Eden Sher

Eden Sher is an American actress and comedian recognized for her work in television comedy and voice acting. Sher began acting at age 8, participating in school plays and local theater. Her interest in acting developed after appearing in a Jaywalking segment on "The Tonight Show with Jay Leno," which attracted network attention. She transitioned into professional roles, appearing as a preteen in the series "Sons & Daughters" and taking on character work in "The Middleman," "The O.C.," and Showtime's "Weeds." Sher was nominated for a Screen Actors Guild Award for her role as Gretchen in "Weeds."

Sher starred as Sue Heck in the ABC comedy series "The Middle," portraying a teenager navigating the challenges of adolescence. Her performance earned her the Critics' Choice Television Award for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series. Over nine seasons, Sher developed Sue Heck into a notable character in network television.

In addition to her work on "The Middle," Sher is known for voicing Star Butterfly in the Disney animated series "Star vs. the Forces of Evil." She also held a recurring role as PJ Fields on the CW series "Jane the Virgin" and appeared in films such as "The Outcasts" and "Step Sisters." Sher's career spans live-action drama, network comedy, and animated voice work, highlighting her versatility in the entertainment industry.

Sher has continued her work as an actor, comedian, and writer, releasing the illustrated memoir "The Emotionary." She has also toured with her one-woman show "I Was In A Sitcom," which explores her experiences on "The Middle" and its impact on her life. Sher's body of work reflects her engagement with television comedy, voice acting, and personal storytelling within the entertainment industry.