| Lauren Bowles | |
|---|---|
 Bowles interviewed on Count Gore de Vol in 2012 | |
| Born | Washington, D.C., U.S. |
| Education | New York University (BA) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1994–present |
| Spouse |
Patrick Fischler (m. 2004) |
| Children | 1 |
| Relatives | Julia Louis-Dreyfus (maternal half-sister) |
Lauren Bowles is an American actress.
Early life
Bowles was born in Washington, D.C., to Judith (née LeFever) and L. Thompson Bowles. Her half-sister (on her mother's side) is actress Julia Louis-Dreyfus. She majored in drama at New York University.
Career
Bowles has appeared in numerous TV shows, including Arrested Development, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Judging Amy and Private Practice. She has appeared with Louis-Dreyfus in programs such as Seinfeld, as a waitress at the diner; The New Adventures of Old Christine, Watching Ellie, and Veep. She has also appeared in some feature films. In April 2010, she was cast as Holly Cleary, a Wiccan, in the vampire television series True Blood.
She currently appears on XM radio's Take Five channel, where she does features for their Five Minute Magazine.
Personal life
In 2004, Bowles married actor Patrick Fischler, whom she met in college. Their daughter, Fia Lucille Fischler, was born in April 2009.
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1997 | George of the Jungle | Ursula's Friend | |
| 2001 | Ghost World | Angry Garage Sale Woman | |
| 2004 | Spartan | Entertainment Reporter | |
| 2006 | Art School Confidential | Woman Strangled | |
| 2007 | The Heartbreak Kid | Tammy Cantrow | |
| 2009 | Dance Flick | Glynn | |
| 2011 | Hall Pass | Britney | |
| 2013 | Gone Missing | Lisa | |
| 2013 | Free Birds | Jake's Mother (voice) | |
| 2013 | The Starving Games | Effoff | |
| 2015 | Underdog Kids | Mrs. Jones | |
| 2016 | Is That a Gun in Your Pocket? | Barb Archer | |
| 2016 | Best Fake Friends | Joy | |
| 2017 | Little Star | Kara |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1991–1998 | Seinfeld | Waitress | 9 episodes |
| 1996 | Townies | Trisha | Episode: "Pilot" |
| 1997 | Breast Men | Implant Removal Patient | Television film |
| 1999 | Ally McBeal | Callie Horne | Episode: "Pyramids on the Nile" |
| 2002–2003 | Watching Ellie | Susan | Main role (16 episodes) |
| 2003 | Judging Amy | Erica Costin | Episode: "Tricks of the Trade" |
| 2003 | NCIS | Mary Wiles | Episode: "The Curse" |
| 2004 | Arrested Development | Stripper | Episode: "Best Man for the Gob" |
| 2005 | CSI: Crime Scene Investigation | Ellen the Barmaid | Episode: "Weeping Willows" |
| 2005 | Grey's Anatomy | Alice Franklin | Episode: "Who's Zoomin' Who?" |
| 2005 | CSI: NY | Jamie Blake | Episode: "Grand Murder at Central Station" |
| 2005 | Still Standing | Nancy | Episode; "Still the Fun One" |
| 2006 | The Evidence | Cheryl Miller | Episode: "Borrowed Time" |
| 2006 | Without a Trace | Lucy Stoker | Episode: "Crossroads" |
| 2006 | Four Kings | Judy Richardson | Episode: "Upper West Side Story" |
| 2006 | The New Adventures of Old Christine | Patty | Episode: "Some of My Best Friends Are Portuguese" |
| 2007 | Veronica Mars | Karin Mackay | Episode: "Weevils Wobble But They Don't Go Down" |
| 2007 | The Bill Engvall Show | Alice | Episode: "Jealous Guy" |
| 2007 | Side Order of Life | James' Sister | Episode: "Funeral for a Phone" |
| 2008 | Unhitched | Annie | Episode: "Pilot" |
| 2008 | Criminal Minds | Chloe Kelcher | Episode: "The Angel Maker" |
| 2008 | ER | Hannah | Episode: "Another Thursday at County" |
| 2008 | Rita Rocks | Audrey | Episode: "Love on the Rocks" |
| 2008 | The New Adventures of Old Christine | Patty | Episode: "Happy Endings" |
| 2009 | Anatomy of Hope | Dr. Robinson | Unsold pilot |
| 2009 | Lie to Me | Valerie Blunt | Episode: "Life Is Priceless" |
| 2010 | StarStruck | Sherry Wilde | Television film |
| 2010 | Private Practice | Cyndy | Episode: "Triangles" |
| 2010 | Cold Case | Jeannette Peterson | Episode: "Flashover" |
| 2010 | Good Luck Charlie | Elaine | Episode: "Kwikki Chick" |
| 2010–2014 | True Blood | Holly Cleary | Starring role, Seasons 4-7 (48 episodes) |
| 2011 | Detroit 1-8-7 | Sara Moore | Episode: "Ice Man/Malibu" |
| 2011 | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Miriam | Episode: "The Smiley Face" |
| 2011 | The Closer | Donna | Episode: "You Have the Right to Remain Jolly" |
| 2013 | Mom | Mary | Episode: "Estrogen and a Hearty Breakfast" |
| 2014 | Scandal | Harmony | Episode: "Honor Thy Father" |
| 2015 | Stalker | Monica Grant | Episode: "Lost and Found" |
| 2015 | The Messengers | Senator Cindy Richards | 10 episodes |
| 2015 | NCIS: Los Angeles | Gaia | Season 7 Episode 7 : "An Unlocked Mind" |
| 2016–2017 | Veep | Monica | 3 episodes |
| 2016 | Her Last Will | Leslie | Television film |
| 2017 | Modern Family | Ana | Episode: "Sarge & Pea" |
| 2018 | The 5th Quarter | Cecillia Devill | Episode: "Johnny Tomm Surgery" |
| 2018 | Another Period | Mother | Episode: "Little Orphan Garfield" |
| 2018 | Castle Rock | Lilith | Episode: "The Box" |
| 2020 | How to Get Away with Murder | A.U.S.A. Montes | 3 episodes |
References
- ^ "TRUE BLOOD'S HOLLY – LAUREN BOWLES INTERVIEW WITH ON THE RED CARPET". True Blood Online. August 16, 2011. Archived from the original on August 26, 2014. Retrieved August 25, 2014.
- Barrett, Annie (April 6, 2010). "'True Blood' scoop: Meet Merlotte's newest hire!". Entertainment Weekly. Archived from the original on October 10, 2010. Retrieved September 19, 2011.
- Barton, Steve (April 6, 2010). "True Blood Cast Expands Again as Sam Hires a New Waitress". Dread Central. Archived from the original on April 9, 2010. Retrieved September 19, 2011.
- Bradner, Liesl (July 16, 2009). "Patrick Fischler: Have you seen this actor?". The Chicago Tribune. Archived from the original on February 10, 2011. Retrieved August 26, 2014.
- Nelson, Steffie (June 5, 2013). "Lauren Bowles: From True Blood to Party Moms". Dame Magazine. Archived from the original on June 21, 2013. Retrieved August 26, 2014.