Jane Krakowski Bio: Age, Net Worth, Son, Movies, Height, Parents, TV Shows, Awards, Songs

Jane Krakowski is an acclaimed American actress and singer celebrated for her comedic timing, musical talent, and versatile performances across Broadway, television, and film.

She is best known for her Emmy-nominated role as Jenna Maroney on the NBC sitcom 30 Rock and her Critics’ Choice Award-winning portrayal of Jacqueline Voorhees on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt.

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Jane Krajkowski
• Stage Name: Jane Krakowski
• Born: October 11, 1968
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: Polish-American
• Occupation: Actress, Singer
• Height: 1.65 m
• Religion: Unknown
• Parents: Edward A. Krajkowski and Barbara Krajkowski
• Siblings: One older brother
• Spouse: Robert Godley
• Children: One
• Relationship: Single
• Net Worth: $9 million USD

Early Life and Education

Jane Krakowski was born on October 11, 1968, in Parsippany-Troy Hills, New Jersey, United States, to parents Edward A. Krajkowski (a chemical engineer at Picatinny Arsenal and former recording artist, who passed away in 2016) and Barbara Krajkowski (née Benoit), a college theater instructor and producing artistic director for the Women’s Theater Company.

She has one older brother. Her father’s family is entirely Polish from Kraków, though she speaks very little Polish while her father and paternal grandparents were fluent. She began ballet lessons at age four but shifted focus to Broadway-style dancing. She attended Parsippany High School, the Professional Children’s School in New York City, and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the Mason Gross School of the Arts at Rutgers University. Her ethnicity is Polish-American. Her religion is unknown.

Career

Jane Krakowski made her Broadway debut at age 18 in Starlight Express (1987). She gained early recognition with roles in National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983) as Cousin Vicki and on the soap opera Search for Tomorrow. She earned a Tony nomination for Grand Hotel and won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for Nine (2003), along with an Olivier Award for Guys and Dolls in the West End.

On television, she starred as Elaine Vassal on Ally McBeal (Golden Globe nomination), Jenna Maroney on 30 Rock (multiple Emmy nominations), and Jacqueline Voorhees on Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (Critics’ Choice Award).

Recent credits include Dickinson, Schmigadoon!/Schmicago, Elsbeth, and Broadway’s Oh, Mary! (2025–2026) as Mary Todd Lincoln. She has released a cabaret album, The Laziest Gal in Town, and voiced characters in animated projects.

Social Media

Jane Krakowski does not have a social media account.

Personal Life

Jane Krakowski, 57 years old and 1.65 m tall, is single. She was engaged to British clothing designer Robert Godley from 2009 to 2013. They have one son, Bennett Robert Godley, born on April 13, 2011. No other current or past relationships are publicly detailed beyond earlier links to figures like Julian Ovenden and Marc Singer. She keeps her family life private and focuses on balancing her career with motherhood.

Net Worth

Jane Krakowski‘s net worth is estimated at $9 million USD. Her income primarily comes from acting roles in long-running television series including 30 Rock, Ally McBeal, Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt, and Mom; award-winning Broadway and West End theatre productions; residuals from syndication and streaming platforms; film appearances; cabaret performances and her solo album; and voice work in animated series and specials.

Filmography

• National Lampoon’s Vacation (1983)
• Ally McBeal (1997–2002, TV series)
• 30 Rock (2006–2013, TV series)
• Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt (2015–2019, TV series)
• Dickinson (2019–2021, TV series)
• Schmigadoon! / Schmicago (2021–2023, TV series)
• Oh, Mary! (2025–2026, Broadway)