Amy Poehler

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Characters played by Amy Poehler

Leslie Knope — Parks and Recreation (2009)

Deputy director of Pawnee's Parks and Recreation Department who passionately campaigns to fill a construction pit and turn it into a park. She secretly dates Ben Wyatt, runs successfully for city council, survives a recall vote, becomes pregnant with triplets, and ultimately secures a position as Regional Director for the National Park Service.

Joy — Inside Out (2015)

Optimistic leader of Riley's emotions, striving to maintain happiness.

Joy — Inside Out 2 (2024)

Personified emotion of joy, acts as Riley's emotional leader and drives positive experiences.

Snow White (voice) — Shrek the Third (2007)

Classic fairy tale princess.

Mrs. George — Mean Girls (2004)

School staff member handling administrative duties.

Eleanor — Alvin and the Chipmunks: Chipwrecked (2011)

The kind-hearted, food-loving female Chipette who sings and dances.

Sally O'Malley — Horton Hears a Who! (2008)

Sally O'Malley is Mayor's wife and a member of the family whose home is Whoville. The city's danger therefore threatens her alongside Mayor, JoJo, and the other inhabitants. Although the summarized events do not assign her an individual action, her family connection places her directly within the community Horton is trying to save.

Eleanor — Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Squeakquel (2009)

Cheerful, athletic chipette who loves baking and brings warmth to the group.

Jenny — Free Birds (2013)

Daughter of Chief Broadbeak who initially doubts Reggie but proves herself by springing traps. She refuses to leave 1621, becomes the new flock leader, and leads the attack on Plymouth Colony alongside Jake and Ranger.

Fairchild Van Waldenberg — Blades of Glory (2007)

Fairchild Van Waldenberg is Stranz’s sister and pairs-skating partner, competing against Jimmy and Chazz. She helps pressure Katie into creating a romantic rift, participates in the kidnapping plot, and deliberately scatters pearls on the ice, causing Chazz to break his ankle before the final performance.

Wendy Van Peele (uncredited) — Anchorman 2: The Legend Continues (2013)

Minor character appearing in a social or professional gathering.

Gretel — Hoodwinked Too! Hood VS. Evil (2011)

Hansel's accomplice, collaborates with Verushka for revenge against Granny.

Career Overview

Amy Poehler has 133 screen credits in a career dating back to 1975. Their work spans 8 cinematic universes — most prominently Inside Out with 2 titles. Signature works include Parks and Recreation, Inside Out, Inside Out 2. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
133
Birth Date
1971-09-16
Birth Place
Newton, Massachusetts, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 8 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q230203), public domain (CC0).