| Riki Lindhome Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 9 in |
| Weight | 56 kg |
| Date of Birth | March 5, 1979 |
| Zodiac Sign | Pisces |
| Eye Color | Blue |
Riki Lindhome is an American actress, singer, and comedienne who rose to fame after appearing in the play, Embedded, and becoming a member of The Actor’s Gang Theater group. She is known for her roles in several TV series and movies including Gilmore Girls (2002-2006), Monsters vs. Aliens (2013), The Big Bang Theory (2007), and Newly Single (2017). She also collaborated with her best friend, actress Kate Micucci, to form a musical comedy duo named Garfunkel and Oates.
Born Name
Erika Lindhome
Nick Name
Riki, Garfunkel
Sun Sign
Pisces
Born Place
Coudersport, Pennsylvania, U.S.
Residence
Los Angeles, California, U.S.
Nationality
Education
Riki attended Syracuse University from where she graduated in 2002.
Occupation
Actress, Voice Actress, Musician, Comedienne
Family
- Father – Richard S. Lindhome
- Mother – Cheryl R. Lindhome
- Siblings – Tim Lindhome (Brother) (Drummer in the rock band, Navar)
- Others – Richard Lindhome (Paternal Grandfather), Muriel Ann Hazlett (Paternal Grandmother)
Manager
Riki Lindhome is managed by –
- William Morris Endeavor Entertainment (Talent and Literary Agency)
- Imprint PR (Public Relations Agency)
Genre
Pop, Comedy, Folk
Instruments
Vocals
Labels
As a member of the comedy–folk duo, Garfunkel and Oates, she has released the music through ‘No One Buys Records’.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 9 in or 175 cm
Weight
56 kg or 123.5 lbs
Race / Ethnicity
White
Riki is of Swedish and Irish descent.
Hair Color
Blonde (Natural)
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Wide smile
- Bright eyes
Brand Endorsements
Riki has appeared in various TV commercials like –
- McDonald’s McGriddles (2005)
- Saturn automobiles (2005)
- Miller beer (2005)
- Miller Genuine Draft beer (2006)
- Jack Links Beef Jerky (2006)
- Honda automobiles (2006)
- Domino’s Pizza (2007)
- La-Z-Boy recliners (2008)
Best Known For
- Having been cast as Ramona Nowitzki in the rom-com series, The Big Bang Theory
- Appearing in shows like Garfunkel and Oates, Gilmore Girls, Criminal Minds, and House of Lies
- Being a member of the comedy-folk duo, Garfunkel and Oates
First Album
As a part of Garfunkel and Oates, she released the album, All Over Your Face, in 2011.
As a solo artist, Riki released an EP, titled Yell At Me From Your Car EP, in 2011.
First Film
In 2004, Lindhome made her theatrical film debut in the comedy film, Seeing Other People. However, her role was uncredited.
She made her credited theatrical film debut as Mardell Fitzgerald in the sports drama movie, Million Dollar Baby, in 2004.
As a voice actress, she made her theatrical film debut in the animated comedy movie, The SpongeBob Movie: Sponge Out of Water, in 2015.
First TV Show
Riki made her first TV show appearance as Charlie in the dark comedy series, Titus, in 2002
As a voice actress, she made her TV show debut in the animated series, Monsters vs. Aliens, in 2013.
Riki Lindhome Favorite Things
- TV Show While Growing Up – The State
- Movie – Legally Blonde (2001)
- Podcast – Malcolm Gladwell’s Revisionist History
Source – Variety
Riki Lindhome Facts
Featured Image by Gage Skidmore / Wikimedia / CC BY-SA 3.0
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