
Featuring a great mix of established actors throughout its seven seasons, creating fun and memorable characters, the TV Land comedy Younger, starring Sutton Foster and Hilary Duff, is now available to stream on Netflix. Younger quickly built a big fanbase over years, earning nominations at the Critics’ Choice Awards, People’s Choice Awards, and Teen Choice Awards.
What makes Younger so enjoyable isn’t just its funny storyline. It’s the amazing cast! While Liza is the main character, her friends, coworkers, and love interests all get plenty of time and development, making them just as interesting as Liza herself. The show features a mix of seasoned actors and rising stars, which makes even the most annoying characters fun to watch.
Here’s a complete list of Younger cast below!
Introducing the Talented Cast of the Hit Series Younger!

Get ready to meet the incredible cast of Younger below!
1. Sutton Foster as Liza

Sutton Foster was born in Statesboro, Georgia, and is widely recognized as one of modern Broadway’s leading stars. She’s played key roles in shows like Little Women, Thoroughly Modern Millie, Shrek the Musical, and Anything Goes. In addition to her work on stage, Sutton transitioned to television, starring in Amy Sherman-Palladino’s show Bunheads and later in Younger. She returned to Broadway in 2021 after making her West End debut in 2017.
In Younger, Sutton plays Liza Miller, a 40-year-old woman who took a break from her career in publishing to raise her daughter, Caitlin. When she finds herself back in the job market, Liza decides to lie about her age to get a position as an assistant at Empirical Press.
Does Liza get pregnant in Younger?
Yes, in Younger, it’s revealed that after quitting her job, Liza became pregnant with her daughter, Caitlin. She focuses on raising Caitlin while dealing with personal struggles, including her husband’s gambling addiction, which eventually leads to him leaving her for another woman.
2. Nico Tortorella As Josh

Nico Tortorella was born in Chicago, Illinois, and got his big break playing Trevor Sheldon in Scream 4. Since then, he’s built a strong career in TV, with notable roles in shows like The Walking Dead: World Beyond.
In Younger, Nico plays Josh, a 26-year-old tattoo artist and the owner of Inkburg tattoo studio. When Josh meets Liza at a bar, he mistakes her for someone his age, and they begin a relationship—completely unaware of her true age.
3. Hilary Duff As Kelsey Peters

Hilary Duff was born in Houston, Texas, and got her big break in 1998 when she played Wendy in Casper Meets Wendy. She won the Golden Apple award for Youth Female Discovery of the Year in 2000. Duff became a teen star in 2001 when she starred as Lizzie McGuire in the Disney Channel show. Over the years, she transitioned from child acting into adult roles, including her role as Sophie in How I Met Your Father. Hilary has also built a successful music career.
In Younger, Hilary plays Kelsey Peters, an editor at Empirical Press who becomes friends with Liza Miller. They quickly bond over being Millennials working for Gen Xers, with Liza secretly keeping the fact that she’s actually 40 years old from Kelsey.
Does Kelsey end up with Rob?
Kelsey and Rob initially agree to keep their relationship a secret until after Empirical’s 100th-anniversary party. However, Charles finds out about them through Quinn. Later, Rob demands 20 percent of Inkubator in exchange for using his connections, which shocks Kelsey. She decides to break up with him and starts to contemplate whether she should return to Charles.
4. Miriam Shor As Diana Trout

Miriam Shor was born in Minneapolis, Minnesota, but grew up in Italy. She got her big break in 2001, playing Yitzhak in the film adaptation of Hedwig and the Angry Inch. Since then, she has acted in many short-lived TV shows like Swingtown and appeared in different film genres. In 2019, Miriam Shor received a nomination for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series at the Critics’ Choice Awards for her role in Younger.
In Younger, Miriam plays Diana Trout, the Marketing Lead at Empirical Press and Liza’s boss. She comes off as strict and tough, but underneath her work-driven exterior, Diana has a kind and caring side.
5. Peter Hermann As Charles Brooks

Peter Hermann was born in New York City, New York, and grew up spending part of his early life in Germany. He got his big break in 2002 when he guest-starred as Defense Attorney Trevor Langan in Law & Order: SVU. Since then, Peter has appeared in other TV shows like Blue Bloods and in comedy films like Philomena (2013).
In Younger, Peter plays Charles Brooks, the head and heir of Empirical Press. He’s Pauline’s ex-husband and the father of her children. Charles starts dating Liza, which sparks jealousy in Pauline, leading her to reveal Liza’s secret. Charles learns the truth in season 5 when a vengeful author (Edward L.L. Moore) exposes it. At first, he reacts badly, but eventually, he comes to accept it, and by the end, Charles and Liza end up together.
6. Debi Mazar As Maggie Amato

Debi Mazar was born in Queens, New York City, and started her career as a hip-hop b-girl, making appearances in five Madonna music videos. She got her big break as an actor playing Sandy in the movie Goodfellas. Since then, Debi has built a successful career in both movies and TV, mostly in comedy and drama roles. In 2007, she was nominated alongside her Entourage co-stars for a SAG Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.
In Younger, Debi plays Maggie Amato, Liza’s best friend and roommate after her divorce. Maggie is an artist who comes up with the idea for Liza to pretend she’s 26 in order to get a job at Empirical Press.
How old is Maggie in Younger?
Yes, that’s correct! In Younger, Maggie is a 40-year-old lesbian artist living in Brooklyn. She’s Liza’s closest friend and roommate, and she plays a key role in convincing Liza to pretend she’s 26 in order to kickstart her career and love life. Maggie is supportive, outspoken, and plays a significant part in helping Liza navigate her new life.
7. Molly Bernard as Lauren Heller

Molly Bernard plays Lauren in Younger, a 20-something friend of Kelsey’s. Lauren is one of the last people to find out Liza’s real age, as she learns about it when Pauline reveals it at a major publishing event. Since Lauren works in PR, she’s there when Pauline tries to destroy Liza’s reputation, and she quickly realizes she needs to fix the situation. After gaining respect for Liza, Lauren starts calling her “Ms. Miller.“
Molly has also appeared in other shows, like Chicago Med as Elsa Curry, Milkwater as Milo, and Best Man Dead Man as Debra Carnegie.
8. Charles Michael Davis as Zane Anders

Charles Michael Davis plays Zane in Younger, an editor at Rivington who often competes with Kelsey for success. Zane is one of the last to find out Liza’s real age, along with Lauren and Diana, and he happens to be sitting right in the front row when Pauline exposes the truth. Unlike many other characters on the show, Zane doesn’t have a personal relationship with Liza. Instead, he simply disapproves when he hears the truth.
Charles Michael Davis got his big break playing the villain-turned-ally Marcel Gerard in The Originals. He’s also known for his roles as Ted in For The People and Quentin Carter in NCIS: New Orleans.
Meet the Supporting Cast of Younger
Let’s meet the supporting cast of Younger, the talented group of actors who added even more fun, drama, and heart to the show.
Laura Benanti

Laura Benanti plays Quinn Tyler in Younger, a smart and ambitious business executive and author who publishes with Empirical Press. She got her start on Broadway and won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical in 2008 for her role in Gypsy. Benanti has also appeared in TV shows like Life & Beth, No Hard Feelings, and Gossip Girl.
Tessa Albertson
Tessa Albertson stars as Caitlin Miller, Liza Miller’s college-aged daughter in Younger. She has a few other credits, but is most known for playing Tina in the movie Barry.
Phoebe Dynevor

Phoebe Dynevor plays Clare in Younger, an Irish woman who becomes involved with Josh. She gained recognition for her role as Siobhan Mailey in Waterloo Road and is also known for playing Martha Cratchit in Dickensian and Daphne Basset in Bridgerton.
Dan Amboyer
Dan Amboyer plays both Thad Steadman, Kelsey’s boyfriend, and his twin brother Chad in Younger. He made his breakthrough playing Prince William of Wales in the movie William & Catherine: A Royal Romance. Amboyer is also known for roles in Uncoupled and Dynasty.
Michael Urie
Michael Urie stars as Redmond, an author agent, in Younger. He became widely recognized for his role as Marc St. James in Ugly Betty. Urie has also appeared in The Decoy Bride, Maestro, and Shrinking.
Jennifer Westfeldt

Jennifer Westfeldt plays Pauline, Charles’ ex-wife, in Younger. She first gained attention for writing and starring in Kissing Jessica Stein. Westfeldt has also been in Friends with Kids and Ira & Abby, where she wrote and acted in both.
FAQS:
TV Land’s 2015 comedy starring Hilary Duff, Younger, is now streaming—and trending—on Netflix.
Younger has landed on Netflix, and there’s no better time than the dreary, short days of January to binge TV Land’s charming romantic sitcom.
There are 84 episodes of Younger.
The series is based on the Pamela Redmond Satran’s novel of the same name.
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It’s got a fantastic cast and, despite the kinda silly age premise, it’s a genuinely great bingeable comedy.
Wrap Up!
The cast of Younger brought the show to life with their amazing performances. Each character added something special, making the story interesting and fun to watch. From Liza’s journey to the friendships she built along the way, the show had something for everyone. Thanks to the talented cast, Younger became a hit that many fans still enjoy.