Sarah Burns kicked off her illustrious acting career by bringing to life the beloved character of America's second-favorite purple guy, Barney, a role that cemented her status as a talented young performer. Today, she is a proud resident performer at the esteemed Upright Citizen's Brigade Theatre in New York City, where she continues to hone her craft and delight audiences with her impressive range. Her impressive television credits include the memorable role of "Faye" in the hilarious Cavalcade of Personalities, which was showcased on Comedy Central, as well as the lovable "N'maia" in the popular sitcom Windy Acres. Additionally, Sarah was a valued returning cast member on MTV's Damage Control, a show that showcased her impressive comedic chops. With a slew of exciting upcoming projects on the horizon, including a starring role in the thrilling broadband miniseries My Wife, The Ghost and a recurring role in Comedy Central's I Love The 30's, Sarah is poised to solidify her status as a rising star in the entertainment industry. When she's not bringing laughter and joy to audiences, Sarah can be found indulging in her passion for cooking and exploring her creative side as an amateur chef. With her impressive professional accomplishments and her love of culinary arts, Sarah is a true triple threat, and her talents are sure to delight audiences for years to come.
Personal Details
BornJul 26, 1981 Long Island, New York, USA
Biography
Career
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2024

Unfrosted as Mrs. Schwinn
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2023

Moving On as Allie
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2022

Barry as Detective Mae Dunn
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2021

Werewolves Within as Gwen
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Immoral Compass as Kimberly
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2020

Desperados as Kaylie
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Eat Wheaties! as Kate Drew
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Aunty Donna's Big Ol' House of Fun as Pirate
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2018

American Vandal as Angela Montgomery
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2017

Unforgettable as Sarah
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Wet Hot American Summer: Ten Years Later as Claire
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Speechless as Marci
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2016

Brother Nature as Margie Turley
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2015

Grandma as Jill
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Slow Learners as Anne Martin
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Married as Abby
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How to Get Away with Murder as Emily Sinclair
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2014

Garfunkel and Oates as Cheryl
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2013

Gregory Go Boom as Rose
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A.C.O.D. as Margo
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Enough Said as Female Hiker #1
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Drunk History as Various
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The Mindy Project as Amy
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2011

Free Hugs as Sydney
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Enlightened as Krista Jacobs
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2010

Monogamy as Ella
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Life as We Know It as Janine Groff
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Cried Suicide as Jen
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Going the Distance as Harper
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Party Down as Donna Mullens
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2009

I Love You, Man as Hailey
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2007

Flight of the Conchords as Summer
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2021

Muhammad Ali as Writer