Rebecca Rittenhouse
An American actress who brings a grounded, relatable charm to roles that often explore the messy complexities of modern relationships and self-discovery.
Born 1988 (age 38)·American actress·Birthday: November 30·Millennials
Biography
Rebecca Rittenhouse built her career not on blockbuster franchises, but on a series of sharp, character-driven television projects that found dedicated audiences. A graduate of the University of California, San Diego, she moved to Los Angeles and began landing guest spots before breaking out as the ethereal, doomed waitress in the cult favorite series 'The River'. Her talent for blending warmth with a subtle, witty edge made her a perfect fit for the ensemble of 'The Mindy Project', where she played Dr. Anna Ziev, and later as the titular psychic in the short-lived but well-reviewed series 'Maggie'. Rittenhouse possesses a naturalistic screen presence that excels in comedy and drama alike, often portraying women navigating the crossroads of career, love, and identity. While her projects have sometimes fallen victim to network cancellations, her performances consistently leave a mark, establishing her as a reliable and engaging presence in the landscape of serialized 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.
Rebecca was born in 1988, 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 Rebecca Was Born
The biggest hits of 1988
#1 Movie
Rain Man
Best Picture
Rain Man
#1 TV Show
The Cosby Show
Rebecca's Life & Times
The world at every milestone
1988Born
Pan Am Flight 103 bombed over Lockerbie
Gas: $0.90/galHome: $74,800Min wage: $3.35/hrPresident: Ronald Reagan"Faith" — George MichaelBest Picture: Rain Man
1993Started school
European Union officially established
Gas: $1.11/galHome: $86,600Min wage: $4.25/hrPresident: Bill Clinton"I Will Always Love You" — Whitney HoustonBest Picture: Schindler's List
2001Became a teenager
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
2004Could drive
Indian Ocean tsunami kills over 230,000
Gas: $1.88/galHome: $157,300Min wage: $5.15/hrPresident: George W. Bush"Yeah!" — UsherBest Picture: Million Dollar Baby
2006Could vote
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
2009Turned 21
Michael Jackson dies; Bitcoin created
Gas: $2.35/galHome: $148,500Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Barack Obama"Boom Boom Pow" — The Black Eyed PeasBest Picture: The Hurt Locker
2018Turned 30
Royal wedding of Harry and Meghan; Parkland shooting
Gas: $2.72/galHome: $211,800Min wage: $7.25/hrPresident: Donald Trump"God's Plan" — DrakeBest Picture: Green Book
2026Age 38 today
Gas: $3.91/galPresident: Donald Trump
Key Achievements
- Landed her first major recurring television role as Cody LeFever on the ABC drama 'Blood & Oil'.
- Played a series regular role as Dr. Anna Ziev on the popular Hulu series 'The Mindy Project' for multiple seasons.
- Starred in the lead role of Maggie in the Hulu original series of the same name.
- Appeared in the second season of the acclaimed FX anthology series 'Fargo' in a supporting role.
Did You Know?
She is a trained ballet dancer and studied dance for many years before focusing on acting.
Rittenhouse is an alumna of the prestigious theater program at UC San Diego.
She made her professional acting debut in a 2010 short film called 'The Last Keepers'.
“The character is in the silence between the written lines.”
