Rachel Sennott
A razor-sharp comedic voice who captures the chaotic, cringe-filled absurdity of being young and adrift in the digital age.
Born 1995 (age 31)·American actress and comedian·Birthday: September 19·Millennials
Biography
Rachel Sennott's breakout role in 'Shiva Baby' showcased her ability to turn acute social discomfort into both laughs and genuine tension, set at a Jewish funeral reception. Born in 1995, she emerged from the New York City stand-up and indie film scene with an unflinching brand of humor. She specializes in portraying young women who are deeply messy, painfully self-aware, and hilariously flawed, navigating modern dating, friendship, and career anxiety. She followed with a star turn in 'Bottoms,' a high-school fight-club comedy. Sennott's comedy draws from the specific vernacular and existential dread of her generation, making her a defining screen presence for awkward, authentic storytelling.
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.
Rachel was born in 1995, 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 Rachel Was Born
The biggest hits of 1995
#1 Movie
Toy Story
Best Picture
Braveheart
#1 TV Show
Seinfeld
Rachel's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1995Born
Oklahoma City bombing; Windows 95 released
Gas: $1.15/galHome: $96,500Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Gangsta's Paradise" — CoolioBest Picture: Braveheart
2000Started school
Y2K passes without incident; contested Bush-Gore election
Gas: $1.51/galHome: $119,600Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"Breathe" — Faith HillBest Picture: Gladiator
2008Became a teenager
Barack Obama elected first Black US president; financial crisis
Gas: $3.27/galHome: $153,100Min wage: $6.55/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Low" — Flo RidaBest Picture: Slumdog Millionaire
2011Could drive
Osama bin Laden killed; Arab Spring sweeps the Middle East
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $138,400Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Rolling in the Deep" — AdeleBest Picture: The Artist
2013Could vote
Edward Snowden reveals NSA surveillance programs
Gas: $3.53/galHome: $152,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Thrift Shop" — Macklemore & Ryan LewisBest Picture: 12 Years a Slave
2016Turned 21
Donald Trump elected president; Brexit vote
Gas: $2.14/galHome: $181,700Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Love Yourself" — Justin BieberBest Picture: Moonlight
2025Turned 30
AI agents go mainstream
Gas: $3.10/galHome: $385,000Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"APT." — Rose & Bruno Mars
2026Age 31 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Received critical acclaim for her leading role as Danielle in the tense comedy 'Shiva Baby' (2020).
- Co-wrote and starred in the anarchic high-school comedy 'Bottoms' (2023) alongside Ayo Edebiri.
- Was named one of Variety's '10 Comics to Watch' in 2021.
Did You Know?
She studied at the Stella Adler Studio of Acting and the New York University Tisch School of the Arts.
She began her career performing stand-up comedy at open mics in New York City.
She is a frequent collaborator with filmmaker Emma Seligman.
“I'm just trying to figure out who I am, and it's really embarrassing for everyone.”
