Cristin Milioti is an American actress and singer, best known for her role as The Mother in the popular television series How I Met Your Mother. She was born on August 16, 1985, in Cherry Hill, New Jersey, and began her career in theater before transitioning to television and film. Milioti has appeared in various productions, including the acclaimed movie The Wolf of Wall Street and the Broadway musical Once, for which she received a Tony Award nomination. In addition to her acting work, she has also been involved in projects like the HBO series Made for Love, showcasing her versatility as an artist.