Gretchen Mol

Date of Birth: November 8, 1972

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Biography

Gretchen Mol is an American actress and former model known for her versatile performances in film, television, and theater. Born and raised in Deep River, Connecticut, she attended the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City, where she honed her acting skills. Mol began her career in the late 1990s, quickly gaining attention for her roles in movies such as “Rounders” (1998) and “Celebrity” (1998). She solidified her reputation with a standout performance in the biopic “The Notorious Bettie Page” (2005), in which she played the titular 1950s pin-up model. Mol’s television career took off with her role as Gillian Darmody in the critically acclaimed HBO series “Boardwalk Empire” (2010-2014). Her portrayal of the complex character earned her praise from both critics and audiences alike. In addition to her screen work, Mol has also graced the stage in various theater productions, showcasing her range as an actress.

5 Interesting Facts about Gretchen Mol

1. Gretchen Mol posed for the cover of Vanity Fair in September 1998, which led to her being dubbed the “It Girl” of Hollywood at the time.

2. She has appeared in a music video for the song “Bang Bang Boom” by the band The Moffatts.

3. Mol was a theater usher at Lincoln Center before her acting career took off.

4. She played a major role in the Broadway revival of Neil LaBute’s play “Reasons to Be Pretty” in 2009.

5. Mol has a longstanding friendship with actress and director Mary-Louise Parker, whom she met early in her career.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Gretchen Mol

1. “I think my career would be very different if I had been incredibly successful right off the bat.”

2. “Being a mother has made me so tired. And so happy.”

3. “The key to good acting is listening and reacting truthfully to what is happening around you.”

4. “I love the idea of transformation in acting; being able to become someone completely different.”

5. “The best part of acting is the chance to live someone else’s life without having to pay the consequences.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

Highest net worth achieved: Approximately $8 million

Children

Gretchen Mol is married to film director Tod Williams. The couple has two children: a son, Ptolemy John Williams, born in 2007, and a daughter, Winter Morgan Williams, born in 2011.