Allison Dunbar is an American actress, writer, and comedian best known for her roles in StartUp, Quick Draw, The Sopranos, Crazy Ex-Girlfriend, and 2 Broke Girls.
She is also a longtime member of the renowned Los Angeles improvisational comedy troupe The Groundlings and has appeared in numerous television comedies and dramas.
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| Name: | Allison Dunbar |
| Born: | July 31, 1972 (age 54 years old) |
| Place of Birth: | Delaware, United States |
| Nationality: | American |
| Ethnicity: | White American |
| Education: | Fordham University (Magna Cum Laude) |
| Height: | Approximately 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Religion: | Not publicly disclosed |
| Parents: | Not publicly disclosed |
| Siblings: | One brother |
| Spouse: | Sean O’Donnell (m. 2001; div. 2004) |
| Relationship: | Married |
| Children: | Two |
| Occupation: | Actress, Writer, Comedian |
| Net Worth: | Approximately $2–4 million USD (estimated) |
Early Life and Education
Allison Dunbar was born on July 31, 1972, in Delaware, United States. She attended Fordham University, graduating magna cum laude.
Shortly after graduation, she joined The Groundlings, the famed improvisational and sketch comedy troupe in Los Angeles, where she developed her comedic skills alongside many successful actors and comedians.
Career
Allison Dunbar began her acting career with a guest appearance on Law & Order in 1994. She steadily built a career with appearances in television series including The Sopranos, Bones, CSI: Crime Scene Investigation, Drake & Josh, Modern Family, Rizzoli & Isles, and Crazy Ex-Girlfriend.
She gained wider recognition for portraying Honey Shaw in the comedy series Quick Draw (2013–2014) and Kelly in the crime drama StartUp (2018).
Dunbar has also appeared in 2 Broke Girls, Yellowstone, The Mentalist, Castle, Criminal Minds, and For All Mankind. Her film credits include Body Shots, The Gene Generation, The Convent, The Fk-It List, and Maggie Moore(s).
Alongside acting, she continues to perform and teach improvisational comedy with The Groundlings.
Awards and Recognition
- Longtime performer with The Groundlings, one of Hollywood’s most respected comedy institutions.
- Best known for her recurring roles in Quick Draw, StartUp, and The Sopranos.
- Recognized for her versatility across comedy and drama in television and film.
Social Media
- Instagram: @allisondunbar (verified)
Personal Life
Allison Dunbar was previously married to former NHL player Sean O’Donnell, with whom she has two children.
She married actor Ron Perlman in June 2022 after several years together. She has generally kept her family life private while continuing her acting and comedy career.
Net Worth
Allison Dunbar‘s estimated net worth is between $2 million and $4 million USD, earned through her work in television, film, comedy, and writing.
Filmography
Films
- Body Shots (1999)
- The Convent (2000)
- The Gene Generation (2007)
- The Fk-It List (2020)
- Browse (2020)
- Maggie Moore(s) (2023)
Television
- Law & Order (1994)
- The Sopranos (2004–2007)
- Drake & Josh
- Bones
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation
- 2 Broke Girls (2012)
- Quick Draw (2013–2014)
- Crazy Ex-Girlfriend (2015–2018)
- StartUp (2018)
- Yellowstone (2019)
- For All Mankind (2022)