Betty Gilpin
Biography
Betty Gilpin, born Elizabeth Folan Gilpin on July 21, 1986, is an American actress known for her versatile performances in both television and film. She has garnered critical acclaim for her work, particularly in the Netflix series "GLOW." Gilpin grew up in New York City and was exposed to the world of acting from a young age. Her father, Jack Gilpin, is also an actor. She pursued her passion for acting and honed her skills through training and stage performances. Gilpin gained wider recognition for her role as Debbie "Liberty Belle" Eagan in the comedy-drama series "GLOW" (2017-2019). The show, set in the 1980s, follows the fictionalized story of the Gorgeous Ladies of Wrestling (GLOW). Gilpin's performance as the talented and conflicted wrestler earned her critical praise and award nominations. She showcased her range as an actress, seamlessly transitioning between comedic and dramatic moments, and bringing depth to her character. Beyond "GLOW," Gilpin has appeared in various television series, including "Nurse Jackie," "Law & Order: SVU," and "Masters of Sex." She has also made appearances in films such as "True Story" (2015), "The Hunt" (2020) and the series "American Primeval" (2025) displaying her versatility in different genres. Gilpin's performances are often characterized by her ability to capture complex emotions, convey vulnerability, and bring depth to her characters. She has been praised for her sharp comedic timing, nuanced portrayals, and her ability to tackle challenging roles with authenticity. In addition to her acting work, Gilpin has been vocal about issues such as gender inequality in the entertainment industry and has advocated for more diverse and inclusive storytelling. Betty Gilpin's talent, dedication, and ability to embody a wide range of characters have established her as a respected actress in both television and film. Her performances continue to captivate audiences and showcase her remarkable skills as a performer.
Known For
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
2009
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
2014
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
2015
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
1999
Late Night with Seth Meyers
2014
Law & Order
1990
The Daily Show
1996
The Kelly Clarkson Show
2019
The Late Late Show with James Corden
2015
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
2001
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
2003
Filmography
Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen
as Self - Guest · 2009
The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
as Self - Guest · 2014
The Late Show with Stephen Colbert
as Self - Guest · 2015
Law & Order: Special Victims Unit
as Natalie Relais · 1999
Late Night with Seth Meyers
as Self - Guest · 2014
Law & Order
as Paige Regan · 1990
The Daily Show
as Self · 1996
The Kelly Clarkson Show
as Self · 2019
The Late Late Show with James Corden
as Self - Guest · 2015
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
as Amanda Dockerty · 2001
Law & Order: Criminal Intent
as Stacy Hayes-Fitzgerald · 2001
Jimmy Kimmel Live!
as Self - Guest · 2003
LIVE with Kelly and Mark
as Self - Guest · 1988
The Good Wife
as Molly · 2009
Fringe
as Loraine Daisy Alcott · 2008
Elementary
as Fiona Helbron · 2012
Medium
as Kim Clement · 2005
Robot Chicken
as Veronica Lodge (voice) · 2005
Widow's Bay
as Sarah Westcott Warren · 2026
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf
as Amy Edwards · 2025
The Terminal List: Dark Wolf
as Amy Edwards (voice) · 2025
Nurse Jackie
as Dr. Carrie Roman · 2009
Masters of Sex
as Nancy Leveau · 2013
Off Camera with Sam Jones
as Self · 2014
Chelsea
as Self · 2016
MTV Movie & TV Awards
as Self - Presenter · 1992
American Gods
as Audrey · 2017
GLOW
as Debbie Eagan · 2017
The Mysteries of Laura
as Isabel Van Doren · 2014
The Social Reckoning
as Kris · 2026
The Tomorrow War
as Emmy Forester · 2021
Roar
as Amelia · 2022
The Hunt
as Crystal · 2020
American Primeval
as Sara Rowell · 2025
Office Romance
as Sydney Bloom · 2026
Mrs. Davis
as Elizabeth Abbott / Sister Simone · 2023
New Amsterdam
as Marika Soloway · 2008
The Grudge
as Nina Spencer · 2019
Gaslit
as Mo Dean · 2022
Past Life
as Corrine · 2010
A Dog's Journey
as Gloria Mitchell · 2019
The Unusuals
· 2009
Skull Island
as Irene (voice) · 2023
Death by Lightning
as Crete Garfield · 2025
Hal & Harper
as Kate · 2025
True Story
as Cheryl · 2015
Isn't It Romantic
as Whitney · 2019
Extreme Makeover: Homer Edition
as Amy (voice) · 2026
Stuber
as Becca · 2019
Three Women
as Lina · 2024
Ghost Town
as WWII Nurse · 2008
The Roman
as Marla Blake
Coffee & Kareem
as Detective Watts · 2020
Alone at Dawn
· 2027
Take Care
as Jodi · 2014
Death in Love
as Young Model · 2008
Her Effortless Brilliance: A Celebration of Lynn Shelton Through Film and Music
as Self · 2020
Beach Pillows
as Karla · 2013
Future '38
as Banky · 2017
The Northern Kingdom
as Carissa · 2009