Eva Amurri
An actress who carved her own path in film and television, stepping out from the shadow of her famous mother to build a vibrant career and a popular lifestyle brand.
Born 1985 (age 41)·American actress·Birthday: March 15·Millennials
Biography
Eva Amurri, born in New York City, grew up in the public eye as the daughter of actress Susan Sarandon. Rather than being defined by that lineage, she pursued acting with a determined independence, landing her first major role as a teenager in the film 'The Banger Sisters.' She built a steady career with memorable guest spots on shows like 'How I Met Your Mother' and a starring role in the Fox series 'New Girl.' Beyond acting, Amurri has become a relatable voice for modern motherhood through her candid writing and popular lifestyle blog, 'Happily Eva After,' where she connects with a large audience by sharing the unfiltered realities of parenting, marriage, and personal style. Her work extends into entrepreneurship, transforming her personal narrative into a platform that resonates with thousands.
Millennials
1981–1996
The first digital natives. Grew up with the internet, came of age during 9/11 and the 2008 crash. Highly educated, deeply indebted, slower to marry and buy houses. Redefined work, identity, and what it means to be an adult.
Eva was born in 1985, placing them squarely in the Millennials. The events that shaped this generation — the internet revolution, 9/11, and the 2008 financial crisis — shaped the world they entered and the choices available to them.
#1 When Eva Was Born
The biggest hits of 1985
#1 Movie
Back to the Future
Best Picture
Out of Africa
#1 TV Show
Dynasty
Eva's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1985Born
Live Aid concerts raise money for Ethiopian famine
Gas: $1.12/galHome: $62,900Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Careless Whisper" — Wham!Best Picture: Out of Africa
1990Started school
Hubble Space Telescope launched; Germany reunifies
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $79,100Min wage: $3.80/hrPresident: George H.W. Bush"Hold On" — Wilson PhillipsBest Picture: Dances with Wolves
1998Became a teenager
Google founded; Clinton impeachment
Gas: $1.06/galHome: $107,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Too Close" — NextBest Picture: Shakespeare in Love
2001Could drive
September 11 attacks transform the world
Gas: $1.46/galHome: $126,400Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Hanging by a Moment" — LifehouseBest Picture: A Beautiful Mind
2003Could vote
US invades Iraq; Human Genome Project completed
Gas: $1.59/galHome: $146,000Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"In Da Club" — 50 CentBest Picture: The Lord of the Rings: The Return of the King
2006Turned 21
Twitter launches; Pluto reclassified as dwarf planet
Gas: $2.59/galHome: $174,700Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Bad Day" — Daniel PowterBest Picture: The Departed
2015Turned 30
Paris climate agreement; same-sex marriage legalized in the US
Gas: $2.43/galHome: $171,900Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Uptown Funk" — Mark Ronson ft. Bruno MarsBest Picture: Spotlight
2025Turned 40
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 41 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Starred as a series regular in the final season of the hit Fox sitcom 'New Girl.'
- Built a successful lifestyle brand and blog, 'Happily Eva After,' with a substantial digital following.
- Played a recurring role on the critically acclaimed HBO series 'Californication.'
- Founded a home decor line, 'The Happily Eva After Collection,' in collaboration with a major retailer.
Did You Know?
She is the daughter of actress Susan Sarandon and director Franco Amurri.
She studied at New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
She is married to former professional hockey player Kyle Martino.
She is a certified yoga instructor.
“I learned early on to carve my own path, on my own terms.”
