Maya Erskine | |
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![]() Erskine on the set of Heartbeat (2016) | |
Born | Los Angeles, California, U.S. |
Education | New York University (BFA) |
Occupation(s) | Actress, writer |
Years active | 2010–present |
Spouse | |
Children | 1 |
Father | Peter Erskine |
Maya Erskine is an American actress, singer, activist, and writer. She is known for her roles as Maggie in Man Seeking Woman,[1] Mikki in Betas, and Mizu in Blue Eye Samurai. From 2019 to 2021, she starred in Hulu's original TV comedy series PEN15 alongside Anna Konkle;[2] the duo, who co-created, co-wrote, and co-executive produced the series, played fictional versions of their 13-year-old selves.[3] The series received critical acclaim and was nominated for four Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2024, she began starring as Jane Smith in the Prime Video series Mr. & Mrs. Smith, for which she was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series.