Madeline Brewer facts for kids
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Madeline Brewer
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Madeline Kathryn Brewer
May 1, 1992 Pitman, New Jersey, U.S.
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Alma mater | American Musical and Dramatic Academy |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 2013–present |
Madeline Kathryn Brewer (born May 1, 1992) is an American actress. She is well-known for her roles in popular TV shows. These include the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black and Hemlock Grove. She also starred as Janine Lindo in the Hulu series The Handmaid's Tale. More recently, she played Brontë in the Netflix series You.
For her work in The Handmaid's Tale, Madeline was nominated for a big award. This was the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series in 2021. She has also appeared in films like Braid, Cam, and The Ultimate Playlist of Noise.
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Early Life and Education
Madeline Brewer grew up in Pitman, New Jersey. Her parents are Laurie and Mark Brewer, and her dad is also an actor and musician. When she was in high school in 2009, she starred as Dorothy in her school musical, The Wiz. The next year, she was crowned Miss Pitman. Madeline later studied acting at the American Musical and Dramatic Academy in New York City.
Madeline Brewer's Acting Career
Madeline Brewer began her TV career in 2013. Her first big role was Tricia Miller in the Netflix series Orange Is the New Black. After that, she played Miranda Cates in another Netflix show, Hemlock Grove. In 2016, she appeared in an episode of the show Black Mirror called "Men Against Fire".
Starring Roles in TV Shows
In 2017, Madeline started a main role in The Handmaid's Tale. She plays the character Janine Lindo in this Hulu series. Her performance earned her a nomination for a Primetime Emmy Award in 2021. This was for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series.
In 2025, Madeline took on a main role in the Netflix series You. She played the character Brontë in the show's fifth season.
Film Appearances
Madeline Brewer also has many film credits. Her first feature films were Hedgehog and Flesh and Blood in 2017. In 2018, she had leading roles in two psychological horror films: Braid and Cam.
..... In 2021, she starred in the romantic comedy The Ultimate Playlist of Noise. Other films she appeared in include Separation (2021) and Space Oddity (2022).
Stage Performances
From late 2022 to early 2023, Madeline performed on stage in London. She played Sally Bowles in the musical Cabaret at the Playhouse Theatre. In August 2025, she made her New York stage debut. She performed in the Off-Broadway show Little Shop of Horrors at the Westside Theatre. She played the role of Audrey.
Personal Life
Madeline Brewer is set to get married in July 2025. She has shared her excitement about this special event. She also mentioned how proud she is of her recent acting projects.
Filmography
Film Roles
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2017 | Hedgehog | Ali | Also executive producer |
Flesh and Blood | Maddy | ||
2018 | Still | Lily | |
Braid | Daphne Peters/Mother | ||
Cam | Alice Ackerman/Lola | ||
2019 | Captive State | Rula | |
... | Dawn | ||
Where Are You | Hannah/Kate | ||
2021 | The Ultimate Playlist of Noise | Wendy | |
Separation | Samantha Nally | ||
2022 | Space Oddity | Liz | |
2022 | Pruning | Sami Geller | Short film |
2025 | I Live Here Now | Lillian | Post-production |
TBA | Anniversary | Anna | Post-production |
Television Roles
Year | Title | Role | Notes |
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2013 | Orange Is the New Black | Tricia Miller | Recurring role (season 1), 7 episodes |
2014 | Stalker | Claudia Burke | Episode: "Crazy for You" |
2014–2015 | Hemlock Grove | Miranda Cates | Recurring role (seasons 2–3), 10 episodes |
2015–2016 | Grimm | Billie Trump | Episodes: "Wesen Nacht", "Eve of Destruction" |
2016 | Black Mirror | Hunter Raiman | Episode: "Men Against Fire" |
The Deleted | Agatha | Web series; main role | |
2017–2025 | The Handmaid's Tale | Janine Lindo / Ofwarren / Ofdaniel / Ofhoward / Ofjoseph | Main role Nomination – Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (2021) |
2020 | Acting for a Cause | Claudius | Episode: "Hamlet" |
2022 | Shining Girls | Klara Meiser | 3 episodes |
2025 | You | Bronte / Louise Flannery | Main role (season 5) |
See also
In Spanish: Madeline Brewer para niños