Kristen Ritter is an American actress, model, and author, born on October 19, 1981, in Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania. She gained fame for her role as Jessica Jones in the Marvel television series, which is part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Ritter has also appeared in popular shows like Don't Trust the B---- in Apartment 23 and Gilmore Girls. In addition to her television work, Kristen Ritter has acted in several films, including She's Out of My League and Veronica Mars. Besides acting, she is an accomplished author, having published a novel titled Bonfire in 2017. Ritter is known for her distinctive style and strong on-screen presence.