Ellen Muth, born on March 6, 1981, is a retired American actress celebrated primarily for her portrayal of Georgia 'George' Lass in the acclaimed Showtime series, Dead Like Me, which aired from 2003 to 2004 and was later adapted into a film in 2009. Muth's intellectual prowess is highlighted by her membership in high-IQ societies such as Intertel and Mensa since 2004. She honed her artistic skills at the Lee Strasberg Theatre and Film Institute and the Skip Barber Racing School.
Muth began her career in the entertainment industry as a model with Ford Models and Rascal's Agency before transitioning to acting. She gained her first professional experience in commercials in 1993 and made her film debut in the 1995 adaptation of Stephen King's Dolores Claiborne. Muth's talent was further recognized when she appeared in the season premiere of Law & Order and received critical acclaim for her role in the 1999 film The Young Girl and the Monsoon, where her performance was praised for its emotional depth and sharp wit.
After her success in Dead Like Me, she reprised her role in the sequel film, Dead Like Me: Life After Death, released in March 2009. Muth returned to the screen in 2012 with the romantic comedy Margarine Wars, sharing the spotlight with actors Robert Loggia and Doris Roberts. In 2013, she guest-starred in two episodes of the TV series Hannibal, created by Bryan Fuller, who also developed Dead Like Me. In 2015, Muth indicated that she had decided to take a break from her acting career.
