Linda Cardellini is an American actress known for her versatility across television and film. She first gained recognition for her portrayal of student Lindsay Weir in the cult series *Freaks and Geeks* (1999-2000) and solidified her fame with her role as nurse Samantha Taggart in *ER*. In film, she has portrayed diverse characters such as Velma Dinkley in the *Scooby-Doo* films, Cassie in *Brokeback Mountain*, and Dolores Vallelonga in the Oscar-winning film *Green Book*, as well as appearing in the Marvel Cinematic Universe as Laura Barton. Her subsequent television career includes acclaimed performances, such as her role in *Mad Men*, for which she received her first Emmy Award nomination. She later garnered further acclaim, including Golden Globe and Emmy nominations, for her co-starring role as Judy Hale in the series *Dead to Me*, establishing herself as a respected performer in both dramatic and comedic roles.