Tracey Ullman

Tracey Ullman, born on December 30, 1959, is a multifaceted British-American actress, singer, dancer, writer, director, and producer, celebrated for her remarkable talent in shifting between characters and accents. Often referred to as the "female Peter Sellers," Ullman has captured the admiration of critics and audiences alike.

Her career took off in the British soap opera Mackenzie in 1980, where she portrayed Lisa Mackenzie. Following an acclaimed performance in the improvised play Four in a Million at the Royal Court Theatre, Ullman transitioned into comedy, starring in hit sketch shows like A Kick Up the Eighties (1981) and Three of a Kind (1981–1983), the latter earning her a BAFTA Award in 1984. She also enjoyed a brief music career with three top-ten singles and appeared alongside Dawn French and Jennifer Saunders in Girls on Top (1985).

After moving to the United States, Ullman created her own television comedy series, The Tracey Ullman Show (1987–1990), where The Simpsons made its debut. Her HBO series, Tracey Takes On... (1996–1999), further showcased her diverse talents and earned her multiple awards. Her film credits include Plenty (1985), which earned her a BAFTA nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

In 2016, Ullman returned to British television with Tracey Ullman's Show, marking her first project with the BBC in over three decades, followed by the topical series Tracey Breaks the News. She boasts an impressive collection of accolades, including twelve American Comedy Awards, seven Primetime Emmys, and a Golden Globe Award.