“Sure, being good at your job is really important, but in acting, so much of the decision's already made the minute you walk in the room because they're like, 'His hair's good or she's got the right skin color' or whatever. It's so random, but it's so physically oriented.”

American actress and filmmaker

Rashida Jones is an American actress and filmmaker. She is known for her television roles as Louisa Fenn on Boston Public, Karen Filippelli on The Office, Ann Perkins on Parks and Recreation, and the title character in Angie Tribeca. Her work in television has made her a familiar presence in American comedy, and her credits span both drama and comedy series. She has won a Grammy Award and has been nominated for a Golden Globe Award and two Primetime Emmy Awards. In 2025, Time named her among the 100 most influential people in the world.