Actor-singer
Madeline Brewer is an American actress whose breakthrough role as Janine Lindo in *The Handmaid's Tale* established her as a commanding dramatic presence, earning her an Emmy nomination and leading to significant stage work in musical theatre.
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Defining moments and milestones
Brewer launched her professional career in 2013 with a television role in *Orange Is the New Black*, quickly establishing herself as a versatile dramatic actress across prestige streaming platforms. Her Emmy-nominated performance as Janine Lindo in *The Handmaid's Tale* (2017–2025) became her signature role, cementing her status as an actress of considerable emotional depth and technical precision. In parallel, she has pursued musical theatre with increasing prominence, culminating in her Broadway debut as Becky Shaw in 2026, demonstrating her capacity to command a stage in both dramatic and musical contexts.
Primetime Emmy Award nomination for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series (2021) for her role as Janine Lindo in *The Handmaid's Tale*
American Musical and Dramatic Academy (AMDA), New York City (graduated 2012)
Recordings featuring Madeline Brewer in the Society index
Additional recordings will appear here as the catalog expands.