Molly Gordon is a talented American actress, renowned for her captivating performances in a variety of films and television shows. Born and raised in Los Angeles, she comes from a creative family with her father, Bryan Gordon, being a television and film director, and her mother, Jessie Nelson, a film producer and screenwriter. Her Jewish heritage has had a significant influence on her upbringing.
From a young age, Molly was drawn to the world of entertainment, having performed on the LA stage alongside actor Ben Platt in productions of Fiddler on the Roof and How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying. Her interest in comedic acting was sparked by her love for Saturday Night Live and The Groundlings, a comedy troupe.
Molly's high school performance in Sunday in the Park with George, where she portrayed Dot at the age of 17, showcased her remarkable talent. She initially attended New York University, but after failing her SAT and being dissatisfied with her program, she left after just two weeks.
Molly's film debut was in her mother's 2001 drama film I Am Sam, where she played the role of Callie. She later appeared in Nora Ephron's 2005 film Bewitched as a trick-or-treater. In 2015, she starred in Love the Coopers alongside Timothée Chalamet.
In 2014, Molly moved to New York City to pursue acting as a profession. The following year, she landed the role of Nicky in the TNT pilot Animal Kingdom, which was later picked up with a 10-episode order. The series premiered in June 2016, with Molly as a series regular.
Molly's notable film roles include Maddie in the 2018 comedy film Life of the Party, where she played the daughter of Melissa McCarthy's character. She also portrayed Triple A in the 2019 comedy film Booksmart, which she found to be a unique and captivating project due to its "kooky" characters.
In addition to her film work, Molly has also made a name for herself on stage. She began rehearsals to portray Alice Spencer in the Off-Broadway production of Alice by Heart in December 2018. The musical, directed by her mother and co-written with Steven Sater, opened at the MCC Theater in February 2019 and concluded its run in May 2019.
