
Cecily Legler Strong is an American actress and comedian best known for her decade-long tenure as a cast member on NBC’s Saturday Night Live (2012–2022), where she became the longest-tenured female cast member in the show’s history. She is also recognized for her leading role in the Apple TV+ musical comedy series Schmigadoon! and for her work in film, theater, and voice acting.
Cecily Strong was born on February 8, 1984, in Springfield, Illinois, USA. she is 42 years old. Her nationality is American, and her zodiac sign is Aquarius.
She was raised in Oak Park, Illinois (a suburb of Chicago). Her father, William “Bill” Strong, worked as an Associated Press bureau chief and later ran a public-relations firm. Her mother, Penelope “Penny” Legler Strong, is a nurse practitioner. Her parents divorced when she was young. She has a younger brother.
Personal Details
| Full Name | Cecily Legler Strong |
| Nickname | Cecily |
| Profession | Actress, comedian, producer, author |
| Date of Birth | 8 February 1984 |
| Age | 42 |
| Birthplace | Springfield, Illinois, USA |
| Nationality | American |
| Friends | Alanna Pow |
| Zodiac Sign | Aquarius |
| Current Residence | New York area / United States |
| Qualification | BFA in Theatre, California Institute of the Arts (CalArts); Second City & iO training |
Career
Strong began performing in Chicago theater and improv scenes after college. She was discovered while performing with the all-female improv group Virgin Daiquiri and joined Saturday Night Live as a featured player in 2012, becoming a repertory player the following season. She remained on the show until December 2022, co-anchoring Weekend Update early in her tenure and creating memorable characters and impressions (including the “Girl You Wish You Hadn’t Started a Conversation With at a Party,” Melania Trump, and others).
Beyond SNL, she starred as Melissa Gimble in the Apple TV+ series Schmigadoon! (2021–2023), which she also executive produced. Film credits include The Boss (2016), Ghostbusters (2016), The Meddler, and voice roles in animated projects such as Leo and The Garfield Movie. She has appeared in theater productions and published the 2021 memoir This Will All Be Over Soon. In 2026 she co-starred in an off-Broadway revival of What Happened Was….
Cecily Strong Husband
Cecilly Strong has kept much of her personal life private. She became engaged to her partner (commonly referred to as John/Jack MacGregor or Jack) around late 2023 / early 2024. In April 2025 she gave birth to her first child, a daughter, conceived through IVF.
Physical Appearance
| Cecily Strong Height | 5 ft 8 in (173 cm) |
| Weight | 59 kg (130 lbs) |
| Eye Color | Dark brown |
| Hair Color | Dark brown / black |
| Body Type | Average / athletic |
| Body Measurements | 37-27-38 inches |
| Shoe Size | US 8 |
Cecily Strong Net Worth
Cecily Strong’s estimated net worth is commonly reported around $4 million (some sources suggest higher figures closer to $6 million). Her earnings primarily come from her long run on Saturday Night Live, television and film roles, producing credits, book sales, and related work.
FAQs
Who is Cecily Strong?
She is an American actress and comedian best known as a longtime cast member of Saturday Night Live (2012–2022) and for starring in Schmigadoon!.
When was Cecily Strong born and how old is she?
She was born on February 8, 1984, and is 42 years old
Is Cecily Strong married?
She became engaged to her partner (Jack/John MacGregor) around 2023–2024. As of available reports she has not publicly confirmed a marriage.
Does Cecily Strong have children?
Yes. She welcomed her first child, a daughter, in April 2025.











