Jennifer Anne Garner was born on April 17, 1972, in Houston, Texas. She grew up in Charleston, West Virginia. Garner attended Denison University in Granville, Ohio, where she studied drama and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts degree in 1994.
After graduating, Garner moved to New York City and worked as a hostess while pursuing acting roles. She made her stage debut in 1995 in a Roundabout Theatre Company production. Her early television appearances included roles in “Spin City” and “Law & Order.”
Garner’s breakthrough role came in 2001 with the ABC action thriller series “Alias.” She portrayed Sydney Bristow, a CIA double agent. The series ran for five seasons (2001-2006) and garnered her significant critical acclaim and recognition.
Following the success of “Alias,” Garner transitioned into a successful film career. Some of her notable film roles include:
In addition to her film work, Garner has continued to appear in television. She executive produced and starred in the HBO comedy series “Camping” (2