Cristin Milioti

Cristin Milioti is an American actress known for her versatile work across theater, television, and film. Born in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, she studied at New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts before making her mark on the New York theater scene. Her Broadway breakthrough came with the original cast of the Tony Award-winning musical Once, in which she originated the role of Girl. Her performance earned her a Tony Award nomination for Best Leading Actress in a Musical in 2012, establishing her as a formidable stage talent.

Milioti gained widespread television recognition when she appeared as Tracy McConnell, the titular Mother, in the final season of How I Met Your Mother in 2013-2014. Despite joining the long-running series in its last stretch, her charming and heartfelt performance won over audiences who had waited years to meet the character. The role brought her to mainstream attention and opened doors in Hollywood. She went on to star in the acclaimed Fargo Season 2 and had a memorable role in the Black Mirror episode “USS Callister.”

Her career continued to build with a leading role in the HBO Max series Made for Love (2021-2022), where she played a woman escaping her controlling tech billionaire husband. The series showcased her range in dark comedy and cemented her status as a go-to actress for sharp, unconventional projects. She then starred in the Peacock series The Resort and landed a major role in the 2025 film The Penguin and other high-profile projects.

As of 2026, Cristin Milioti’s net worth is estimated at approximately $4 million. Her wealth has been built through a steady combination of Broadway earnings, television salaries, and film roles. Known for choosing quality projects over quantity, Milioti has established herself as one of the most respected and versatile actresses of her generation.