Lynn Ahrens Photo

Lynn Ahrens

Acting

4.6 Popularity Oct 01, 1948 (76 years old) New York, New York, USA

Lynn wrote and sang some of Schoolhouse Rock's most recognizable tunes including Interplanet Janet, The Great American Melting Pot, and A Noun is a Person, Place, or Thing. She was discovered by producer George Newall who heard her strumming and asked her to try writing a song for the series. "The P...

Biography

Lynn wrote and sang some of Schoolhouse Rock's most recognizable tunes including Interplanet Janet, The Great American Melting Pot, and A Noun is a Person, Place, or Thing. She was discovered by producer George Newall who heard her strumming and asked her to try writing a song for the series. "The Preamble" was a hit and Lynn wrote more songs for Schoolhouse Rock. This led to her getting more jobs as a freelance composer and singer which really launched her career and eventually included award-winning work for Broadway and movies.

Filmography 26

2024
2021
Anastasia Movie

Lyricist

2020
2020
2018
Every Act of Life Movie

as Self

2014
Lucky Stiff Movie

Lyricist

2004
A Christmas Carol Movie

Writer

2004
A Christmas Carol Movie

Teleplay

2002
Ragtime Movie

Lyricist

1999
1982
1981
Starstruck Movie

Music

1978
1973
Schoolhouse Rock! TV

as Performer

1973

Photos 1

Lynn Ahrens Photo

Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Female
Birthday October 01, 1948 (76 years old)
Place of Birth New York, New York, USA
Years Active 1973 - 2024
Popularity 4.6
Career Stats
26 Total Credits
4 Movie Roles
2 TV Roles
1 Photos