Amy Sedaris

Amy Sedaris is an American actress, comedian, and writer recognized for her distinct comedic style and character portrayals across television and film. After honing her distinct comedic style at Chicago’s renowned Second City and Annoyance Theatre, where she formed key professional partnerships with Paul Dinello and Stephen Colbert, Amy Sedaris made her television debut in 1995 on the Comedy Central sketch series ‘Exit 57.’ This work earned her a CableACE Award nomination for Best Comedy Actress. Sedaris solidified her breakout status in 1999 with her pivotal role as Jerri Blank in the Comedy Central series ‘Strangers with Candy,’ which she also co-wrote. The series ran for three acclaimed seasons and was followed by a prequel film in 2005, cementing her unique character portrayals in comedy.

In live-action television, Sedaris joined the cast of the highly popular Disney+ series ‘The Mandalorian’ as the fan-favorite character Peli Motto, a role she inhabited from 2019 through 2023. Amy Sedaris continued her portrayal of Peli Motto, expanding her presence within the Star Wars universe with an appearance in ‘The Book of Boba Fett’ in 2022. Renowned for her distinct comedic style and character portrayals across television and film, Sedaris remains a highly sought-after talent. Her acclaimed work across writing, acting, and voice-over continues to define her as a multifaceted and marketable artist in the entertainment industry.