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Mary Holland

メアリー・ホランド

Mearī Horando

Profile

Gender
Female
Born
Galax, Virginia, U.S.
Nationality
United States
Languages
English

Career

Occupations
Actress, Comedian, Writer
Active Years
2013-
Affiliations
Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre (UCB), Improv group "Wild Horses"

Awards & Nominations

Works

Major Works

Blunt Talk (TV)

2015 Comedy drama (TV)

Starz comedy-drama in which she played Shelly Tinkle as a recurring/main cast member; the series ran for two seasons.

workplace comedyconflict between professional and personal life

Unicorn Store

2017 Film (comedy/fantasy)

A film starring Brie Larson; Holland appears in a supporting role.

self-discoverydreams vs. reality

Senior Year

2022 Film (comedy)

A Rebel Wilson-produced comedy film in which she portrayed Principal Martha Reiser; her performance received positive notice.

high school parodytime-bending humor

Happiest Season (co-writer)

2020 Film (romantic comedy)

Credited as a co-writer on the romantic comedy film; involved both behind the scenes and as part of the production.

family relationshipsidentity

Bibliography

  • Filmography (film/television)

Style & Themes

Literary Style
improv-driven performanceobservational humorcharacter-based satire
Recurring Motifs
awkwardness and interpersonal mismatcheveryday situations exaggerated into fable-like moments

Legacy

A UCB-trained comedian/actor active across television and film. Known for improv and character work; though often in supporting roles, she has earned recognition for memorable performances.

Trivia

  • Born and raised in Galax, Virginia.
  • Performed and trained at the Upright Citizens Brigade Theatre; cast member of Asssscat.
  • Member of improv group Wild Horses (with Lauren Lapkus, Erin Whitehead, Stephanie Allynne).
  • Married to Matt Newell in 2020 and has one child (details not widely publicized).
  • Her performance in Senior Year was singled out for praise even when the film received mixed or negative reviews.