Lauren Cohan was born on January 7, 1982, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania. She spent part of her childhood in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, before moving to the United Kingdom at the age of 13. Cohan graduated from the University of Winchester with a Bachelor of Arts degree in Drama and English Literature.
Lauren Cohan is an actress known for her work in television and film. She began her professional acting career in the mid-2000s, appearing in guest roles on various television series.
Cohan gained significant recognition for her role as Maggie Greene in the AMC post-apocalyptic horror television series The Walking Dead (2011-2018, 2020-2022, and recurring in 2023). She reprised the role in the spin-off series The Walking Dead: Dead City (2023-present). Her other notable television roles include:
Cohan has also appeared in several films. Some of her notable film credits include:
Lauren Cohan has received several award nominations for her performance in The Walking Dead. Her work has contributed to the success and popularity of the series