Abbi Jacobson

American comedian and actress (born 1984)

Abbi Jacobson is a multifaceted American entertainer, born in 1984, who has established herself as a comedian, actress, writer, producer, and illustrator. Her career in the film industry has been marked by notable creations and performances, including the Comedy Central series Broad City, which she co-created and co-starred in alongside Ilana Glazer from 2014 to 2019. The show was based on a web series of the same name, showcasing Jacobson's ability to develop and bring unique content to the screen.

Jacobson's versatility as a performer is evident in her diverse range of roles in film and television. She has lent her voice to animated characters such as Katie Mitchell in The Mitchells vs. the Machines, Nya in The Lego Ninjago Movie, and Princess Bean in the series Disenchantment. Additionally, she has appeared in live-action films like Person to Person and 6 Balloons. Her most recent project includes co-creating and starring in the Amazon Prime series A League of Their Own, where she plays Carson Shaw, a baseball player in the All-American Girls Professional Baseball League, further demonstrating her talent and creativity as a writer, actress, and producer.