Lena Dunham
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Lena Dunham (born May 13, 1986) is an American writer, actress, director, producer, and activist.
Best known as the creator, writer, director, and star of the HBO comedy-drama series Girls (2012–2017), which earned her multiple Emmy and Golden Globe nominations.
Author of the New York Times bestselling memoir Not That Kind of Girl (2014) and creator of the Netflix romantic comedy series Too Much (2025).
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Lena Dunham's Girls captured the messy glory of twenty-something life like no other show.
After her hiatus, Lena Dunham returned with Too Much, proving comebacks are her specialty.
Spotting Lena Dunham at a rally reminds you celebrities can champion causes with real gusto.
Lena Dunham turns personal anecdotes into page-turners, making therapy sessions feel optional.