History of Carrie Preston in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: October 11, 2025

Carrie Preston is an accomplished American actress, director, and producer. She gained significant recognition for her portrayal of Arlene Fowler in the HBO series True Blood (2008-2014). However, she is perhaps most lauded for her recurring role as Elsbeth Tascioni in the CBS legal drama The Good Wife (2010-2016) and its spin-offs, The Good Fight (2017-2022) and Elsbeth (2024-present). Her performance in The Good Wife earned her a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series, solidifying her reputation as a versatile and talented performer.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

June 21, 1967: Carrie Preston's Birth

On June 21, 1967, Carrie Preston was born, marking the beginning of her life and eventual career as an actress, director, and producer.

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1990: Graduation from the University of Evansville and Enrollment in Juilliard School

In 1990, Carrie Preston earned her Bachelor of Fine Arts degree from the University of Evansville and then enrolled in the Juilliard School's Drama Division.

1994: Graduation from Juilliard School

In 1994, Carrie Preston graduated from the Juilliard School's Drama Division.

1997: Appearance in My Best Friend's Wedding

In 1997, Carrie Preston starred in the romantic comedy film My Best Friend's Wedding.

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1998: Marriage to Michael Emerson

In 1998, Carrie Preston married actor Michael Emerson.

2004: Appearance in Straight-Jacket

In 2004, Carrie Preston and her husband, Michael Emerson, were featured in the comedy film Straight-Jacket.

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2005: Appearance in Transamerica

In 2005, Carrie Preston starred in the comedy-drama film Transamerica.

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2008: Appearance in Ready? OK!

In 2008, Carrie Preston and her husband, Michael Emerson, were featured in the film Ready? OK!.

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2008: Role as Arlene Fowler in True Blood

In 2008, Carrie Preston began her role as Arlene Fowler in the HBO fantasy drama series True Blood.

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2008: Appearances in Vicky Cristina Barcelona and Doubt

In 2008, Carrie Preston starred in the romantic comedy Vicky Cristina Barcelona and the drama Doubt.

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July 31, 2010: Performance of Love Letters

On July 31, 2010, Carrie Preston and Michael Emerson performed A. R. Gurney's play Love Letters as a fundraiser for the Charleston Stage.

2010: Role as Elsbeth Tascioni in The Good Wife

In 2010, Carrie Preston began her role as Elsbeth Tascioni in the CBS legal drama series The Good Wife.

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2012: Appearance in Person of Interest

In 2012, Carrie Preston appeared in the CBS crime drama series Person of Interest.

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2013: Primetime Emmy Award Win

In 2013, Carrie Preston won the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for her role as Elsbeth Tascioni on The Good Wife.

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2014: Recurring role in The Following

In 2014, Carrie Preston had a recurring role in the second season of the thriller The Following, portraying Judy.

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2014: End of True Blood

In 2014, Carrie Preston's role as Arlene Fowler in True Blood came to an end.

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2015: Leading role in Crowded and Emmy Nomination

In 2015, Carrie Preston landed a leading role on the NBC comedy series Crowded and earned her second Primetime Emmy Award nomination for The Good Wife.

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