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Alex Borstein

Alex Borstein is an American actress, voice actress, comedian, writer, and producer.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Alex Borstein is an American actress, voice actress, comedian, writer, and producer. She is best known for voicing Lois Griffin on the animated series *Family Guy* and for playing Susie Myerson on *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*. Her work on *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.

Early life and education

Borstein was born in Highland Park, Illinois, and grew up in the Chicago area. She later moved to California and studied rhetoric at San Francisco State University. She trained in improvisational comedy at ACME Comedy Theater near Hollywood.

Career

Borstein became widely known through sketch comedy, including her work on *MADtv*, which she joined in 1997. She has voiced Lois Griffin in *Family Guy* since the series began in 1999. She later played Susie Myerson in *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* from 2017 to 2023. She has also appeared in series such as *Getting On*.

Awards and recognition

Borstein has received major recognition for both voice acting and live-action performance. Her portrayal of Susie Myerson on *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* won her two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series, bringing significant critical acclaim.

Other work

In addition to acting, Borstein has written and produced for television. Her credits include writing for *Family Guy* and *Shameless*, and she has also appeared in multiple feature films.

Key facts

  • Borstein trained in improvisational comedy at ACME Comedy Theater near Hollywood.
  • She joined the cast of *MADtv* in 1997.
  • She has voiced Lois Griffin in *Family Guy* since the series began in 1999.
  • She played Susie Myerson in *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* from 2017 to 2023.
  • Her work on *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel* earned her two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
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Canadian context

Alex Borstein’s work has been widely distributed in Canada through long-running television series such as *Family Guy* and *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*, both of which have had substantial Canadian audiences.

Frequently asked questions

Who is Alex Borstein?
Alex Borstein is an American actress, comedian, voice actress, writer, and producer best known for *Family Guy* and *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*.
What is Alex Borstein best known for?
She is best known for voicing Lois Griffin on *Family Guy* and playing Susie Myerson on *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*.
What awards has Alex Borstein won?
She won two Primetime Emmy Awards for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series for *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*.
Where was Alex Borstein born?
She was born in Highland Park, Illinois, in the United States.
What did Alex Borstein study?
She studied rhetoric at San Francisco State University.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Alex_Borstein
    Supports: Birth name, career overview, training, and major roles including *Family Guy* and *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*.
  2. Television Academy — https://www.televisionacademy.com/bios/alex-borstein
    Supports: Birthplace, education, and career highlights including *MADtv* and *Family Guy*.
  3. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0097504/
    Supports: Career milestones, *MADtv*, *Family Guy*, and Emmy recognition.
  4. Rotten Tomatoes — https://www.rottentomatoes.com/celebrity/alex_borstein
    Supports: Birth date, birthplace, education, and comedy training background.
  5. Golden Globes — https://www.goldenglobes.com/person/alex-borstein/
    Supports: Role in *The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel*, selected filmography, and recognition.