Karen Maruyama is a multifaceted American actress and comedienne who has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry.
With a remarkable career spanning across television, film, and stage, Maruyama has played a wide range of roles that showcase her exceptional acting skills.
Her television credits include recurring characters on popular sitcoms such as The Jamie Foxx Show, Strip Mall, Suddenly Susan, and Arrested Development, demonstrating her versatility as an actress.
As an improv performer and instructor, Maruyama has made a name for herself in the comedy world, appearing as a featured guest on both the American and British versions of Whose Line Is It Anyway?, as well as being a member of The Groundlings.
Her impressive filmography includes notable roles such as a parking lot attendant in Curb Your Enthusiasm, a nurse in The Bucket List (2007),and a housekeeper in The Campaign (2012).
Maruyama is also part of the talented cast of The Jim Henson Company's live stage show "Puppet Up! - Uncensored," which has toured to various locations worldwide, including Aspen, Las Vegas, Edinburgh, Sydney, and Melbourne.
In addition to her acting credits, Maruyama has made appearances on other notable shows, such as 2 Broke Girls (third season, seventh episode),where she played Han's mother, Su-Min, and How Do I Look?, where she was featured as a fashion victim.
Before her acting career took off, Maruyama was a contestant on the 1984 CBS game show Body Language, where she was paired with celebrity players Ted Lange and Constance Towers.
She also appeared on The New $25,000 Pyramid in 1983 alongside Audrey Landers and Michael McKean.
Throughout her career, Maruyama has consistently showcased her impressive range and talent, leaving a lasting impression on audiences and cementing her place as a talented and accomplished actress in the entertainment industry.
