Amy Poehler turns 51: a look back (34 images)

Creative Arts Emmy Award-winning actress, comedian, producer and director Amy Poehler, known for "Saturday Night Live," "Parks and Recreation" and many animated films, turns 51 on September 16, 2022. Poehler is set for an "Inside Out" sequel that is in development. Here's a look back at her career through the years.

Cast member Amy Poehler arrives at the premiere of "Mean Girls" in New York City on April 23, 2004. Photo by Laura Cavanaugh/UPI

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Cast members Will Arnett (L) and wife, Poehler, arrive for the premiere of "Blades of Glory" in Los Angeles on March 28, 2007. Later that year, Poehler hit the picket lines to show her support of the Writers Guild of America. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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Cast members Tina Fey (L) and Poehler attend the premiere of "Baby Mama," part of the opening night festivities for the Tribeca Film Festival in New York City on April 23, 2008. Photo by Ezio Petersen/UPI

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Fey (L) and Poehler present the award for Outstanding Supporting Actor in a comedy series to Jeremy Piven for his work on "Entourage" at the Primetime Emmy Awards in Los Angeles on September 21, 2008. Photo by Jim Ruymen/UPI

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