Everything About Kristen Wiig

Kristen grew up in Pennsylvania and Rochester, New York.

Kristen dropped out of college and moved to Los Angeles to join The Groundlings Theater.

During her time with The Groundlings, Kristen worked a number of odd jobs to pay the bills, including a waitressing job at Universal Studios…

In 2005, Kristen joined the cast of Saturday Night Live. She stayed with the show for seven years, until her departure in 2012.

Kristen is a vegetarian and was named one of PETA's Sexiest Vegetarian Celebrities of 2011.

Kristen was nominated for four Primetime Emmy Awards for her work on Saturday Night Live.

Kristen has made guest appearances on a number of popular TV shows, such as "30 Rock," "Flight of the Conchords," "The Simpsons," "Portlandi…

Aside from her TV work, Kristen has appeared in a number of films, with memorable roles in "Knocked Up," "Adventureland," "Forgetting Sarah …

In 2011, Kristen co-wrote, produced and starred in the film "Bridesmaids" with fellow Groundings performer Annie Mumolo.

Wiig received numerous award nominations for her "Bridesmaids" script, along with a Critics Choice Award for Best Comedy.

"Bridesmaids" was also nominated for two Academy Awards (for Best Supporting Actress and Best Original Screenplay).

In SNL's 2008-2009 season, Kristen appeared in more sketches than any other cast member.

Kristen can be seen in a number of upcoming films, including "Anchorman: The Legend Continues," "Despicable Me 2" and "How to Train Your Dra…

Although she was a cast member for seven years, this will be Kristen's first time hosting SNL!