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Kat Dennings Biography
Birth Name:Katherine V. Litwack
Birth Place:Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
Profession Actress, Producer, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- Was nominated for a Satellite Award for her role in the film "Nick and Norah's Infinite Playlist․"
- Began her acting career by performing in commercials as child
- Well known for her role in the series "2 Broke Girls․"
- Starred in the music video for pop-rock band Hanson's "Get the Girl Back․"
- Started a knitting club with UFC fighter Ronda Rousey
- Was the inspiration for her own character on "2 Broke Girls․"
- Was not allowed to watch TV at home as a child
Awards
- 2008Satellite Award-Best Actress in a Motion Picture, Comedy or Musical: nominated
- 2009MTV Movie Award-Breakthrough Performance Female: nominated
- 2009Teen Choice Award-Choice Movie Actress: Music/Dance: nominated
- 2012Crystal Reel-Best Actress: winner
- 2014People's Choice Award-Favorite TV Gal Pals: nominated
- 2021HCA Award-Best Supporting Actress in a Limited Series, Anthology Series, or Television Movie: nominated
- 2022HCA Award-Best Actress in a Streaming Series, Comedy: nominated
- 2025Astra TV Award-Best Actress in a Comedy Series: nominated