Julia Shiplett

Julia Shiplett, born June 10, 1987, out of Chicago (so yeah, she’s got that Midwest core), has been popping up all over the place lately. You know her face, even if you don’t realize yet. She’s one of those actresses who nails both awkwardly hilarious and straight-up heartfelt, sometimes in the same breath. In “Happiness for Beginners” (2023), Julia slides right into the ensemble, bringing this sort of offbeat warmth that makes you root for her, even when she’s bumbling through the wilds with the rest of the cast. She’s not the loudest in the room, but she’s got that relatable energy—like, if you’ve ever made a fool of yourself on a group hike, you’ll vibe with her. Then, there’s “Turn Me On” (2024), which just dropped and honestly, it’s like her comedic timing leveled up. She’s got this dry delivery that sneaks up on you—a line you almost miss, but then it catches you off guard and you’re snort-laughing. Not to mention “A Tourist’s Guide to Love” (2023), where she’s not the main character but still manages to steal scenes with these little side glances and perfectly timed one-liners. She’s not trying too hard, and that’s kind of her magic. With every role, Julia keeps showing up as the kind of actress who can make you laugh at the messiness of life, and kind of wish you were friends with her in real life—Chicago accent and all.