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Ashley Elizabeth "Ashlie" Atkinson[1] (born August 6, 1977) is an American character actress who works in movies, television, and theater.[2][3] Atkinson is known for her work as Mamie Fish on The Gilded Age, Amanda in And Just Like That, Connie in the Spike Lee film BlacKkKlansman,[4] and Janice in the fourth season of Mr. Robot.[5]

Key Information

Early life and education

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Atkinson was born on August 6, 1977 in Little Rock, Arkansas.[6] Her father was a doctor and her mother was a nurse.[2] Her family has lived in Arkansas for many generations.[7]

In 1995, Atkinson graduated from Pulaski Academy in Little Rock, Arkansas.[4] Atkinson attended Barnard College of Columbia University in New York City for three semesters but in 1996, moved back to Arkansas and eventually transferred to Hendrix College, where she had previously attended a summer program through Arkansas Governor's School for drama.[2][3][8] In 2001, Atkinson graduated from Hendrix College with a degree in theater arts.[8][9]

In 2003, after moving back to New York City when she was 24, Atkinson graduated from the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre.[10] While at the Neighborhood Playhouse, she studied the Meisner technique.[11]

Career

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Film and television

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While at the Neighborhood Playhouse School, director Jace Alexander saw Atkinson perform in a showcase there. This led to a 2004 guest starring appearance in the TV show Law & Order and a six-episode arc in the Denis Leary TV series, Rescue Me.[12]

Atkinson then starred in a breakout role as Helen, the sweet-faced, plus-size librarian in Neil LaBute's 2004 off-Broadway play Fat Pig.[13][14] The role garnered her a Theatre World Award for Outstanding Off-Broadway Debut,[15][16] as well as nominations for both a Lucille Lortel Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award.[17][18]

In 2007, Atkinson appeared in a Broadway revival of the Terrence McNally play, The Ritz.[19][20]

In 2011, Atkinson hit the three guest star appearance in the Law & Order franchise, following her 2005 debut on the original Law & Order with a 2007 appearance on Law & Order: Criminal Intent, and then in 2011 both Law & Order: Criminal Intent and Law & Order: Special Victims Unit.

In 2012, Atkinson guest starred on the TV series Boardwalk Empire as Gyp's wife, Gianconda Rosetti. She appeared on a 2012 episode of 30 Rock.

In 2013, Atkinson portrayed Rochelle Applebaum in the Martin Scorsese film The Wolf of Wall Street.[21]

In 2013 and 2014, Atkinson had a four episode arc in the TV show, F to 7th.[22] From 2013 to 2014, she was featured on the American remake of Gavin and Stacey, called Us & Them in the role of Nessa.[21]

In 2018, Atkinson played the role of Connie Kendrickson in the Academy Award-winning film BlacKkKlansman, directed by Spike Lee. She had previously worked with Lee in the 2006 Denzel Washington film, Inside Man. Atkinson also worked alongside Lee's sister Joie Lee, contributing sound work on his 2008 WWII drama, Miracle at St. Anna.[4] Also in 2018, Atkinson had a recurring role on the TV series, One Dollar.[23]

From 2018 to 2019, Atkinson was Ace, Internal Affairs Detective, in four episodes of the Syfy TV show Happy!, a live-action/adult animated black comedy/action-drama television series.

In 2019, Atkinson portrayed Mrs. Fosse in the mini-series Fosse/Verdon. She had a two episode arc in the 2019 Allison Tolman thriller Emergence and played a trucker in the ensemble opposite Alfre Woodard in the Netflix movie, Juanita.[24]

And also in 2019, Atkinson was on the fourth and final season of Mr. Robot, playing the character Janice.[25]

Since 2022, Atkinson has played the social doyenne and influencer Mamie Fish in The Gilded Age on HBO.

Other work

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From 2003, Atkinson is a former skater and long-time member of the 5-time world champion Gotham Girls roller derby team under the name of "Margaret Thrasher (Prime Minister of Your Demise)",[26] although she has since retired.[19][27]

In 2004, Atkinson appeared in the music video for the Kings of Leon song, "Four Kicks" off their album Aha Shake Heartbreak.[28]

In 2006, Atkinson became the face of a fictional character called Chunky Pam. Her character, Chunky Pam, was featured in three videos: in a Christmas promotion for MTV called "Merry X.X.X.L.M.A.S. (Pam I Am)",[29] in a Valentine's Day promotion called "Pampered",[30] and a one-off music video titled "Dirrrty Jerzy",[31] in which she raps about being from New Jersey.[32]

In 2016, Atkinson appeared in the Ubisoft video game Watch Dogs 2 as Lenni.[3]

In 2017, Atkinson starred as Dakota "Dak" Prentiss in a 14-episode noir science fiction thriller audio drama podcast called Steal the Stars, the story of two government employees guarding the biggest secret in the world: a crashed UFO.[33]

Personal life

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In 2015, Atkinson married filmmaker and musician Leon Chase.[7][34] The couple were married at the Arkansas music venue the White Water Tavern and live in Brooklyn.[2]

Filmography

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Film

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Year Title Role Notes
2006 Inside Man Mobile Command Officer Berk
Another Gay Movie Muffler
Puccini for Beginners Woman on Park Bench
2007 Margot at the Wedding Becky
2008 The Guitar Receptionist
Quid Pro Quo Candy
Another Gay Sequel: Gays Gone Wild! Muffler
Last Call Donna
2009 The Invention of Lying Bank Teller
Hungry Years Martha
When the Evening Comes Angie
2010 13 Margot Uncredited
BearCity Amy
Eat Pray Love Bookstore Girl
An Invisible Sign Lisa's Aunt
All Good Things Bonnie Felder
2012 My Best Day Meagan
Compliance Marti
2013 He's Way More Famous Than You Gina
Remedy Mistress Nadine
Cold Comes the Night Social worker
The Wolf of Wall Street Rochelle Applebaum
2014 Lyle Therapist
2015 Bridge of Spies Classroom Teacher
2016 Certain Women Secretary
The Lennon Report Deartra Sato
Blood Stripe Barb
2017 The Outcasts Interviewer
Nowhere, Michigan Erin
2018 BlacKkKlansman Connie Kendrickson
2019 Adam Bound Emcee
Juanita Peaches
2020 Before/During/After Marcella the Line Cook
2021 Small Engine Repair Diane Swaino
2025 The Lost Bus Ruby

Television

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Year Title Role Notes
2004 Law & Order Wendy Episode: "Darwinian"
2004–2005 Rescue Me Theresa 6 episodes
2006 3 lbs Nurse Rhonda 2 episodes
The Wedding Album unknown role Television film
2007 Filthy Gorgeous Peggy Television film
Me & Lee? Melinda Television film
2007, 2011 Law & Order: Criminal Intent Lisa Kirby / Lisa Williams 2 episodes
2009 The Unusuals Tanya Blanston Episode: "The E.I.D."
2010 Louie Teacher Episode: "Pilot"
2011 Law & Order: Special Victims Unit Rachel Gray Episode: "Pursuit"
Bored to Death Distraught Mom Episode: "The Black Clock of Time"
2012 Game Change Plump Woman Television film; uncredited
Boardwalk Empire Gianconda Rosetti - Gyp's Wife Episode: "Sunday Best"
30 Rock Theresa Episode: "Mazel Tov, Dummies!"
2013 Your Pretty Face Is Going to Hell Moon Rabbit Episode: "Schmickler83!"
2013–2014 F to 7th Alex 4 episodes
2014 The Actress Discussion Circle Leader Episode: "Unemployment"
Nurse Jackie Kim Episode: "Rat on a Cheeto"
High Maintenance Female Coach Episode: "Ruth"
Stuck on A Maurice 9 episodes
2014–2015 Us & Them Nessa 7 episodes
2014, 2018 Elementary Gay 2 episodes
2015 The Good Wife Octavia Howe Episode: "Payback"
2015–2019 Blue Bloods Sandra Colby 3 episodes
2016 Above Average Presents Alumni Rep Episode: "The Bothering"
Odd Mom Out Patty 2 episodes
Divorce Woman Episode: "Détente"
2017 Crashing Schmitty 2 episodes
2018 Bull Kendall Tyler Episode: "Kill Shot"
Jessica Jones Mavis Episode: "AKA Start at the Beginning"
One Dollar Terri Mitchell 9 episodes
2018–2019 Happy! Ace / Internal Affairs Detective 4 episodes
2019 Fosse/Verdon Mrs. Fosse Episode: "All I Care About Is Love"
Emergence April 2 episodes
Mr. Robot Janice 5 episodes
The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel Peggy 2 episodes
2019–2020 New Amsterdam Jackie Connor 2 episodes
2020 Prodigal Son Leanne Episode: "Death's Door"
2021 Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist Nova Episode: "Zoey's Extraordinary Mystery"
Impeachment: American Crime Story Juanita Broaddrick 3 episodes
2022–2023 And Just Like That... Amanda 3 episodes
The Gilded Age Mamie Fish 8 episodes
2023–2024 American Horror Story: Delicate Susan Pratt 4 episodes
2025 The Gilded Age Mamie Fish 4 episodes

Awards

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Selected theater

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Ashlie Atkinson (born August 6, 1977) is an American actress renowned for her versatile character roles across theater, film, and television, with over 100 credits spanning more than two decades. Born in , she graduated from in 2001 with a degree in theater arts and later trained at New York's Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, earning a conservatory certificate in 2003. Atkinson's breakthrough came in theater, where she made her Broadway debut in 2007 as Vivian Proclo in a revival of The Ritz and gained acclaim for her performance in (2004), which earned her the Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut in 2005, along with nominations for a Lucille Lortel Award and an Outer Critics Circle Award. In film, Atkinson has appeared in notable productions directed by acclaimed filmmakers, including a supporting role in Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), Steven Spielberg's Bridge of Spies (2015), and Spike Lee's (2018). On television, she has built a strong presence with recurring roles such as Theresa in the FX series (2004–2011) and more recently as the eccentric socialite Mamie Fish in HBO's (2022–present), earning her a Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Ensemble in a Drama Series in 2024, a performance that has highlighted her talent for delivering sharp, memorable supporting characters. Her work often emphasizes bold, scene-stealing portrayals that blend humor and depth, establishing her as a sought-after ensemble player in both independent and mainstream projects.

Early life and education

Childhood in Arkansas

Ashlie Atkinson was born on August 6, 1977, in , . She grew up in west as the youngest of three siblings in a creative environment that fostered an early interest in the . Her father, Dr. W.E. "Bill" Atkinson Jr., served as chief of pathology at Baptist Medical Center, while her older brother and sister supported her development by teaching her to read by the age of two. Atkinson's initial exposure to came during , when she participated in a school play depicting a unicorn race and portrayed a narcissistic character, leveraging her advanced reading skills to secure the role. Her parents, though supportive of her pursuits, were initially skeptical about as a long-term career and limited her involvement to one school-year production during . Despite this, she immersed herself in theater activities, often prioritizing rehearsals over homework, which once led to failing seventh-grade science. From ages 10 to 14, Atkinson attended the Summer Theatre Academy at the Arts Center (now the Museum of Fine Arts) for four to five summers, participating in its Children's Theatre programs where she performed in school musicals, including the role of in Oliver! at age 10. These experiences in Little Rock's local arts scene sparked her passion for and provided foundational training in character portrayal, influencing her later affinity for authentic, character-driven roles reflective of Southern perspectives. She graduated from Pulaski Academy in 1995 before transitioning to higher education in New York.

Formal training and early influences

At the age of 17, shortly after graduating from high school in 1995, Ashlie Atkinson moved to to attend of , where she initially studied and for one year. Finding the city's harsh winters challenging and seeking a path more aligned with her interests, she returned to after that single year. Back in her home state, Atkinson enrolled at in Conway, where she initially declared a major in English but soon switched to theater after immersing herself in the department's community and productions. She graduated in 2001 with a degree in theater, during which she actively participated in campus theater activities, including performing in Tina Howe's Pride's Crossing as one of her first roles. Key influences at Hendrix included theater professors Dr. Rosemary Henenberg and Danny Grace, who encouraged her to embrace acting as a meaningful artistic pursuit beyond personal ego, helping solidify her commitment to the craft. These mentors played a pivotal role in shifting her focus toward character-driven performance, emphasizing authenticity and emotional depth in her approach. Following her undergraduate studies, Atkinson relocated to once more in 2001 and enrolled in the two-year conservatory program at the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre, graduating in 2003. This intensive training, recommended by Henenberg, provided her with formal acting education rooted in the , which honed her ability to inhabit complex characters through instinctive, moment-to-moment responsiveness rather than intellectualized preparation. The program's rigorous structure, prohibiting paid work during training, further disciplined her development, leaving her with a stronger sense of professional presence and readiness for auditions.

Career

Breakthrough in theater

Ashlie Atkinson's transition to professional theater occurred in the mid-2000s, following her graduation from the Neighborhood Playhouse School of the Theatre in 2003. After performing in regional plays in , she returned to , where she quickly secured her debut role in the off-Broadway production of LaBute's at the . Premiering in December 2004, the play featured Atkinson as Helen, a confident plus-sized librarian navigating societal prejudices in a romance with a shallow office colleague. Her portrayal earned critical acclaim for its vulnerability and strength, marking a pivotal entry into the New York theater scene. The production of , directed by and co-starring , , and , ran through early 2005 and highlighted Atkinson's ability to command the stage with emotional depth. This role not only showcased her comedic timing and dramatic range but also addressed themes of and superficiality, resonating with audiences and critics alike. Atkinson's performance was nominated for a Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actress and an Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play. In recognition of her standout debut, Atkinson received the 2005 Theatre World Award for Outstanding Debut Performance, presented at a ceremony honoring emerging talents. This accolade solidified her reputation as a versatile stage actress capable of tackling complex, character-driven roles. Building on this breakthrough, she continued to accumulate an extensive body of stage work, including her Broadway debut in the 2007 revival of Terrence McNally's The Ritz, where her extensive theater experience honed her skills in portraying multifaceted characters with nuance and authenticity.

Film roles

Ashlie Atkinson made her film debut in Spike Lee's (2006), portraying a mobile command officer in the heist thriller starring and . That same year, she appeared in , a comedy directed by , marking her entry into diverse genre work. Her early film roles often featured her in supporting capacities, building on her theater experience to bring nuanced performances to ensemble casts. Atkinson gained wider recognition with roles in higher-profile productions, including (2011), directed by , where she played a in the exploring and moral ambiguity. In Martin Scorsese's The Wolf of Wall Street (2013), she portrayed Rochelle Applebaum, a secretary entangled in the excesses of Jordan Belfort's brokerage firm, contributing to the film's satirical depiction of financial corruption. Her collaboration with Scorsese highlighted her ability to embody sharp, no-nonsense figures in fast-paced narratives. A notable return to working with Spike Lee came in BlacKkKlansman (2018), where Atkinson delivered a chilling performance as Connie Kendrickson, the wife of a Ku Klux Klan member, whose deceptive warmth masked deep-seated racism in the Oscar-winning film based on Ron Stallworth's memoir. This role exemplified her skill in portraying complex supporting characters who drive tension through subtle menace. Throughout her career, Atkinson has amassed dozens of credits, often in independent cinema, showcasing her versatility in projects like Compliance (2012), a tense drama about interrogation tactics, and Certain Women (2016), Kelly Reichardt's anthology exploring rural lives. Her work has evolved toward more prominent parts in recent years, including a supporting role as Bishop, the bus dispatcher, in The Lost Bus (2025), a survival thriller directed by and starring . These collaborations underscore her growing presence in both mainstream and indie films.

Television appearances

Atkinson's television career began in the mid-2000s with guest appearances across the Law & Order franchise, earning her the informal designation of completing the "trifecta" by appearing in all three series. She debuted in the original Law & Order in 2004 as Wendy in the episode "Darwinian," followed by roles in Law & Order: Criminal Intent as Lisa Williams in "Bombshell" (2007) and Lisa Kirby in "Icarus" (2011), and in Law & Order: Special Victims Unit as Rachel Gray in "Pursuit" (2011). That same year, she secured a recurring role as Theresa, the confident plus-size girlfriend of a firefighter, in six episodes of the FX drama Rescue Me (2004–2005), marking her first substantial television arc and showcasing her ability to blend humor with emotional depth in ensemble casts. Throughout the 2010s, Atkinson built a diverse portfolio of guest and recurring roles in both comedy and drama, demonstrating her versatility across genres. She appeared as a teacher in the pilot episode of FX's Louie (2010), contributing to the series' raw comedic style. Later, she took on a two-episode arc as April in the ABC thriller (2019), playing a key in the mystery surrounding a young girl's extraordinary abilities. Her work extended to prestige television, including a memorable recurring role as the unhinged hacker Janice in four episodes of USA's (2019), where she delivered a chilling performance that highlighted her range in . Additionally, she portrayed Mrs. Fosse in the FX Fosse/Verdon (2019), appearing in one episode focused on the choreographer's early life. In recent years, Atkinson has transitioned to prominent recurring roles in high-profile series, solidifying her presence in prestige television. Since 2021, she has played Amanda, Carrie Bradshaw's book editor, in multiple episodes of HBO Max's And Just Like That..., bringing sharp wit to the revival's ensemble. From 2022 onward, she has portrayed socialite Mamie Fish in the period drama The Gilded Age, appearing recurrently as the eccentric "fun-maker" of New York's elite, a role that draws on her theatrical background for flamboyant delivery. These ongoing commitments underscore her adaptability in serialized formats. Atkinson continues to take on guest spots in major network and streaming projects, with appearances in 2024 including Melissa Mulwray in an episode of CBS's FBI and Susan Pratt, an obsessive fan, in four episodes of FX's American Horror Story: Delicate. In 2025, she guest-starred in the NBC mockumentary comedy series Stumble. Over her career, she has amassed more than 40 television credits, spanning procedural dramas like Blue Bloods and The Good Wife, comedies such as The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, and limited series like Happy! and One Dollar, reflecting her broad appeal in both character-driven narratives and high-stakes ensemble work.

Personal life and other pursuits

Family and privacy

Ashlie Atkinson was born the youngest of three siblings into a family with deep roots in , spanning several generations. Her father, Dr. W. E. (Bill) Atkinson Jr., was a prominent pathologist, while her mother, Beth Atkinson, worked as a nurse. Atkinson married musician and filmmaker Leon William Chase on May 9, 2015, in a ceremony at the White Water Tavern in . The couple has no publicly known children, and Atkinson has kept details of her personal relationships largely private beyond this union. Following their marriage, they settled in , New York, where Atkinson has resided primarily since moving to the city in 2003 after completing her college education at in . Despite her New York base, Atkinson maintains strong ties to her home state, making occasional returns for family and professional reasons, such as spending a month in during the summer of 2023 to direct and produce theater projects. This low-profile approach to her private life allows her to balance her career with personal connections to her heritage, though she shares few specifics publicly about her day-to-day off-screen experiences.

Writing and directing work

Ashlie Atkinson has co-authored plays with Lesley Dancer, a fellow alumna and her longtime writing partner. Their collaborations earned top honors in the annual Hendrix-Murphy Alumni Playwriting Competitions, winning in both 2007 and 2008 for original works sponsored by the Hendrix-Murphy Foundation. In addition to writing, Atkinson has taken on directing roles within the theater community. In 2023, she directed the summer production for the ACTing Up program at Argenta Community Theater in , a theater initiative for performers aged 8 to 18 that fosters creative development through stage work. These creative endeavors often intersect with Atkinson's acting background, enabling her to shape theater projects holistically. For instance, in 2020, amid the , she co-founded the 24 Hour Plays: alongside collaborators Brandon Paul Eells, DeLance Minefee, and Wyatt Hamilton, an annual event that commissions and stages short plays within a tight timeframe to support local artists; Dancer has contributed as a to the series, including a piece in the 2023 edition.

Recognition

Awards and nominations

Ashlie Atkinson's breakthrough in theater was marked by significant recognition early in her career. In 2005, she received the Theatre World Award for her performance as Helen in the Off-Broadway production of Fat Pig by , honoring her outstanding debut in New York theater. This accolade highlighted her ability to portray complex, comedic roles with depth and timing. That same year, Atkinson earned nominations for prestigious Off-Broadway honors tied to the same role. She was nominated for the Lucille Lortel Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Play, recognizing her commanding presence in the production. Additionally, she received an Outer Critics Circle Award nomination for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play, further affirming her impact on the New York stage. In film, Atkinson's work in independent cinema garnered specialized acclaim. For her ensemble role in the 2012 My Best Day, she shared a Special Jury Mention for Acting Ensemble at the Ashland Festival, praising the collective performances' authenticity and emotional resonance. Atkinson's , Hendrix , honored her contributions to the arts with the 2014 Outstanding Young Alumnus Award, celebrating her achievements as a distinguished graduate. Her television career reached a milestone with a 2024 Screen Actors Guild Award nomination for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama Series, shared with the cast of The Gilded Age for their portrayal of Gilded Age society's intricacies. This recognition underscored her seamless integration into high-profile ensemble work.
YearAwardCategoryWorkResult
2005Theatre World AwardOutstanding Debut PerformanceWon
2005Lucille Lortel AwardOutstanding Lead Actress in a PlayNominated
2005Outer Critics Circle AwardOutstanding Featured Actress in a PlayNominated
2012Ashland Independent Film FestivalSpecial Jury Mention for Acting EnsembleMy Best DayWon (shared)
2014Hendrix CollegeOutstanding Young Alumnus AwardN/AWon
2024Screen Actors Guild AwardOutstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Drama SeriesNominated

Notable accolades from institutions

Ashlie Atkinson has been recognized by several -based institutions for her contributions to the as a native talent. In 2014, , her alma mater, presented her with the Outstanding Young Alumnus Award, honoring her rising prominence in theater and film. The Encyclopedia of Arkansas, maintained by the Butler Center for Arkansas Studies, published a dedicated entry on Atkinson in 2025, profiling her career and celebrating her as an exemplary artist who has elevated the state's cultural presence nationally. The Arkansas Cinema Society features a prominent profile of Atkinson on its website, spotlighting her as a key filmmaker and with over 100 credits, underscoring her role in advancing local cinematic arts. In May 2025, the bestowed upon her the Ovation! honor at its annual gala fundraiser, jointly recognizing her alongside educator Carolyn Foreman for outstanding dedication to arts.

Filmography and theater credits

Key film roles

Ashlie Atkinson's key film roles span independent cinema and major studio productions, showcasing her versatility in supporting characters.
  • Inside Man (2006) as Mobile Command Officer, directed by Spike Lee: Supporting role in a high-stakes hostage negotiation thriller.
  • Another Gay Movie (2006) as Muffler, directed by Todd Stephens: Comedic ensemble part in a queer parody comedy.
  • Sex and the City (2008) as Alarm Lady, directed by Michael Patrick King: Brief comedic appearance in the romantic comedy adaptation.
  • Puccini for Beginners (2007) as Woman on Park Bench, directed by Maria Maggenti: Artistic supporting figure in a romantic comedy-drama.
  • Margaret (2011) as Lisa, directed by Kenneth Lonergan: Friend in a dramatic exploration of grief and morality.
  • Compliance (2012) as Marti, directed by Craig Zobel: Key employee in a tense psychological thriller.
  • Cold Comes the Night (2013) as Social Worker, directed by Tze Chun: Authority figure in a crime thriller.
  • The Wolf of Wall Street (2013) as Rochelle Applebaum, directed by Martin Scorsese: Colleague in the biographical black comedy.
  • Lyle (2014) as Therapist, directed by Stewart Thorndike: Professional counselor in an independent drama.
  • Bridge of Spies (2015) as U.S. Marshal, directed by Steven Spielberg: Law enforcement officer in a historical drama.
  • Certain Women (2016) as Secretary, directed by Kelly Reichardt: Supporting role in an interconnected drama anthology.
  • BlacKkKlansman (2018) as Connie Kendrickson, directed by Spike Lee: Activist supporter in the biographical crime film.
  • Juanita (2019) as Bess, directed by Saggy Tahir: Friend in a road trip dramedy.
  • Small Engine Repair (2021) as Diane Swaino, directed by John Pollono: Maternal figure in a dark comedy-drama.
  • The Lost Bus (2025) as Ruby Bishop, directed by Paul Greengrass: Central survivor in a true-story-inspired thriller.

Key television roles

Ashlie Atkinson has built a diverse television career with a mix of guest appearances, recurring roles, and series regulars, often portraying complex, memorable characters across genres from drama to horror.
SeriesYearsCharacterEpisodesRole Type
Rescue Me2004Theresa6Recurring [] (https://nypost.com/2004/12/02/the-bravest-actress-in-new-york-would-you-star-in-something-called-fat-pig/) [] (https://www.arkansascinemasociety.org/people/ashlie-atkinson)
3 lbs.2006Nurse Rhonda2Guest [] (https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ashlie-atkinson/credits/3060010091/)
Boardwalk Empire2012Guest role1Guest [] (https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/ashlie-elizabeth-atkinson-8728/)
The Good Wife2015Octavia Howe1Guest [] (https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ashlie-atkinson/credits/3060010091/) [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4981390/)
Blue Bloods2015–2019Sandra Colby3Recurring [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt6097900/characters/nm1534700/)
Happy!2017–2019Internal Affairs Detective4Recurring [] (https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ashlie-Atkinson/) [] (https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/ashlie-elizabeth-atkinson-8728/)
One Dollar2018Terri Mitchell10Series regular [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7230898/characters/nm1534700/) [] (https://www.weaudition.com/ashlieatkinson)
Mr. Robot2019Janice5Series regular (season 4) [] (https://www.themoviedb.org/person/77264-ashlie-atkinson) [] (https://deadline.com/2019/09/mr-robot-ashlie-atkinson-fourth-final-season-series-regular-1202735879/)
Emergence2019April2Guest [] (https://emergence.fandom.com/wiki/Ashlie_Atkinson) [] (https://www.themoviedb.org/person/77264-ashlie-atkinson)
New Amsterdam2019–2020Jackie Connor2Guest [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt7817340/characters/nm1534700/) [] (https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ashlie-atkinson/credits/3060010091/)
And Just Like That...2021–presentAmanda5Recurring [] (https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ashlie-atkinson/credits/3060010091/) [] (https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ashlie-Atkinson/)
The Gilded Age2022–presentMamie Fish25Main cast [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt4406178/characters/nm1534700/) [] (https://www.tvguide.com/celebrities/ashlie-atkinson/credits/3060010091/)
American Horror Story: Delicate2023–2024Susan Pratt / Anna's Superfan4Recurring [] (https://www.themoviedb.org/person/77264-ashlie-atkinson) [] (https://www.imdb.com/title/tt1844624/characters/nm1534700/)
FBI2024Melissa Mulwray1Guest [] (https://www.themoviedb.org/person/77264-ashlie-atkinson)
The Gilded Age (season 3)2025Mamie Fish8 (as of November 2025)Main cast [] (https://www.broadwayworld.com/people/Ashlie-Atkinson/) [] (https://encyclopediaofarkansas.net/entries/ashlie-elizabeth-atkinson-8728/)

Selected stage performances

Ashlie Atkinson's stage career encompasses a diverse array of roles in Broadway, off-Broadway, regional, and festival productions, showcasing her versatility in comedic and dramatic works following her early acclaim. Her selected performances include:
  • 2007: Midge in The Butcher of Baraboo by Marisa Wegrzyn, directed by Judith Ivey, at Second Stage Theatre (off-Broadway).
  • 2007: Vivian Proclo in The Ritz by Terrence McNally, directed by Scott Ellis, at Studio 54 (Broadway revival).
  • 2010: Audrey in As You Like It by William Shakespeare, part of Sam Mendes' The Bridge Project repertory with The Tempest, at Brooklyn Academy of Music.
  • 2011: Jen in The Book Club Play by Karen Zacarías, directed by Mame Hunt, at Arena Stage (Washington, D.C.).
  • 2012: Lillian in The Particulars by The Bridge Theatre Company, at New York International Fringe Festival (FringeNYC).
  • 2013: Terry in January Joiner: A Weight Loss Horror Comedy by Laura Jacqmin, directed by Eric Ting, at Long Wharf Theatre (New Haven, Connecticut).
  • 2015: Carrie in Steve by Mark Gerrard, directed by Cynthia Nixon, at Pershing Square Signature Center (off-Broadway, The New Group).
  • 2016: Margaret in The Forgotten Woman by Jonathan Tolins, directed by Noah Himmelstein, at Bay Street Theater (Sag Harbor, New York).
  • 2017: Imogen in Imogen Says Nothing by Aditi Brennan Kapil, directed by Laurie Woolery, at Yale Repertory Theatre (world premiere).
  • 2025: Performer in The 24 Hour Plays: Little Rock, at The Joint (Little Rock, Arkansas).
These roles highlight Atkinson's range across intimate ensemble pieces and lead characters, often in new works and Shakespearean classics.

References

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  5. https://www.ibdb.com/broadway-cast-staff/ashlie-atkinson-407378
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  8. https://www.backstage.com/magazine/article/playing-heavy-role-14271/
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  31. https://lortelaward.com/2005-nominees/
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  37. https://watch.plex.tv/en/person/ashlie-atkinson
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  39. http://www.curtainup.com/bridgeprojectasyoulikeitlon.html
  40. https://www.broadwayworld.com/article/Ashlie-Atkinson-Stars-in-Bridge-Theatre-Companys-THE-PARTICULARS-at-FringeNYC-811-26-20120810
  41. https://www.broadwayworld.com/connecticut/article/Photo-Flash-First-Look-at-Long-Wharf-Theatres-JANUARY-JOINER-20130110
  42. https://www.broadwayworld.com/off-broadway/article/Ashlie-Atkinson-and-Francisco-Pryor-Garat-Join-The-New-Groups-STEVE-Cast-Complete-20151117
  43. https://www.theatermania.com/news/first-look-at-the-stars-of-jonathan-tolins-the-forgotten-woman_77250/
  44. https://www.onstageblog.com/reviews/2017/2/2/review-imogen-says-nothing-at-the-yale-repertory-theatre
  45. https://www.instagram.com/p/DLtBqarPJzZ/?hl=en
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