Lena Dunham is the American actress, writer, and director best known as the creator and star of HBO’s “Girls.” In September 2026 she shared the news that she and husband Luis Felber have welcomed their first child — a daughter, born via surrogate after Dunham’s long, publicly documented fertility journey following a 2017 hysterectomy. Here’s a full breakdown of her age, height, weight, body measurements, and latest news.
Personal Information
| Category | Details |
| Full Name | Lena Dunham |
| Date of Birth | May 13, 1986 |
| Age | 40 (as of September 2026) |
| Nationality | American |
| Profession | Actress, Writer, Director |
| Platforms | Instagram, X (Twitter) |
| Known For | Creating, writing, and starring in HBO’s “Girls”; films including Tiny Furniture and the upcoming Netflix romantic comedy “Good Sex”; the memoir “Famesick” |
| Net Worth | Approximately $12 million (2026) |
| Spouse | Luis Felber (musician, m. 2021) |
| Children | One daughter, born via surrogate in 2026 (name not yet public) |
Body Measurements
| Measurement | Details |
| Height | 5 ft 3 in (160 cm) |
| Weight | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Measurements | Not publicly disclosed |
| Body Type | Average |
| Eye Color | Light Brown |
| Hair Color | Light Brown |
Bio & Career
- Created, wrote, directed, and starred in HBO’s “Girls” (2012–2017), which won multiple Golden Globe and Emmy nominations.
- Wrote and directed the indie film “Tiny Furniture” (2010), which launched her career.
- Published two memoirs: “Not That Kind of Girl” (2014) and “Famesick” (2026), the latter a #1 New York Times bestseller.
- Wrote, produced, and directed the upcoming Netflix romantic comedy “Good Sex,” starring Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo.
- Has been open publicly about endometriosis, a 2017 hysterectomy, and her journey to motherhood via surrogate.
Popularity
Latest News – Lena Dunham (2026)
- Welcomed her first child: In a September 16, 2026 Vogue essay, Dunham revealed she and husband Luis Felber welcomed a daughter via surrogate, following years of fertility struggles after her 2017 hysterectomy for endometriosis.
- Her memoir “Famesick” debuted as a #1 New York Times bestseller in 2026.
- She returned to the Met Gala red carpet on May 4, 2026 for the first time since 2019, wearing a feathered Valentino gown.
- Her Netflix romantic comedy “Good Sex,” starring Natalie Portman and Mark Ruffalo, wrapped production and is expected to premiere in 2026.
FAQs
A: Lena Dunham is an American actress, writer, and director best known for creating and starring in HBO’s “Girls.”
A: She was born on May 13, 1986, making her 40 years old as of September 2026.
A: Her net worth is estimated at around $12 million as of 2026.
A: Yes, she married British-Peruvian musician Luis Felber in September 2021.
A: Yes – she and Luis Felber welcomed their first child, a daughter, via surrogate in 2026, as Dunham announced in a Vogue essay published September 16, 2026.
A: She’s active on Instagram at @lenadunham.
