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Jill Talley, born on December 19, 1962 in Chicago, Illinois, United States, is a film actor, stage actor and television actor. Jill Talley is 63 years old as of 2026. Education on record includes John F. Kennedy High School. Credited works include SpongeBob SquarePants.
My Take
Jill Talley belongs to that rare class of performers who can build an entire character with the voice alone, and I admire her enormously for it. To me, her Karen Plankton on SpongeBob is a masterclass in dry, deadpan comedy, the perfect sardonic foil. What strikes me is her range across very different shows like The Boondocks and The Loud House. Coming out of Chicago's comedy scene clearly gave her timing that never misses. She is not a flashy star, but the durable, craftsman-like artist whose work quietly holds up shows for decades, and that kind of longevity earns my deep respect.
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1. Profile
- Name (English)
- Jill Talley
- Name (Japanese)
- ジル・タリー
- Reading
- じる・たりー
- Born
- December 19, 1962 (age 63)
- Origin
- Chicago, Illinois, United States
- Occupation
- film actor / stage actor / television actor / voice actor
- Zodiac / Chinese zodiac
- Sagittarius / Tiger
2. Background
- High school
- John F. Kennedy High School
3. Works & records
Filmography / notable works
| Category | Title |
|---|---|
| Notable work | SpongeBob SquarePants |
4. Links
- Wikipedia (English)https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Jill%20Talley
- Wikidatahttps://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1769264
5. About this entry
Tags
- Last updated
Facts are limited to publicly available information up to 2024; non-public or unconfirmed items are omitted. English text is machine-assisted (facts translated by Sonnet, "My Take" written by Opus 4.8). The Japanese page is the source of record.
Frequently asked questions
When was Jill Talley born?
Jill Talley was born on December 19, 1962 and is 63 years old.
Where is Jill Talley from?
Jill Talley is from Chicago, Illinois, United States.
What does Jill Talley do?
Jill Talley works as film actor, stage actor, television actor, voice actor.
Which high school did Jill Talley attend?
Jill Talley attended John F. Kennedy High School.
What is Jill Talley known for?
Jill Talley's notable works include SpongeBob SquarePants.
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