Net Worth: $3 Million
Natasha Lyonne Wiki Biography
Born on April 4, 1979, in New York City, Natasha Bianca Lyonne Braunstein is an actress of Jewish descent. Natasha gained fame through her role as Jessica in the “American Pie” films. She has also appeared in several other movies such as “Blade: Trinity”, “Everyone Says I Love You”, and “But I’m a Cheerleader”, which have all contributed to her current net worth.
As of mid-2016, Natasha Lyonne’s net worth is reported to be $3 million, mainly amassed from her successful acting career in both film and television. She has also received awards for her work, and her wealth is expected to grow as she continues in the entertainment industry.
Early Life and Career Beginnings
Lyonne’s journey in the entertainment industry began early. After being expelled from the Ramaz School for selling marijuana, she moved on to study film and philosophy at New York University. She had already signed with the Ford Modelling Agency before that. Her first experiences in film came with roles in “Pee-wee’s Playhouse”, “Dennis the Menace”, and “Heartburn” when she was just six years old.
At 16, Lyonne’s career accelerated, starting with the film “Everyone Says I Love You” which opened doors to more opportunities. Her career flourished even more with roles in films such as “Slums of Beverly Hills”, “Scary Movie 2”, “Kate and Leopold”, and “Blade:Trinity”. She also ventured into television with appearances in popular shows like “New Girl”, “Weeds” and “Law & Order: Special Victims Unit”, and landed a starring role in the Netflix series “Orange is the New Black”, which earned her a Primetime Emmy nomination.
Besides her film and television projects, Lyonne also thrived on stage with plays such as “Two Thousand Years”, “Love, Loss, and What I Love”, “Tigers Be Still”, and “Blood from Stone”.
Personal Life and Legal Issues
Besides her professional achievements, Lyonne has also faced various personal and legal challenges, including health issues and legal troubles. Despite these obstacles, she continues to excel in her career.