Kat Dennings, whose real name is Katherine Victoria Litwack, was born on June 13, 1986, in Bryn Mawr, Pennsylvania. She started her career at a young age, appearing in commercials and making cameos on both the small and big screens. But it was her leading role in the 2008 film Nick and Norah’s Infinite Playlist that truly put her on the map. She gained widespread recognition in 2011 when she scored the role of Max Black on CBS’s 2 Broke Girls, instantly captivating TV viewers with her strong, funny, and relatable character.

Let’s dive into some surprising facts about the talented Kat Dennings that her fans, especially those between 45 and 65 years old, should know.

Kat Dennings’ Unique Education

Instead of attending a traditional school, Kat Dennings was homeschooled by her parents. She completed her high school curriculum at just 14 years old. While she missed out on some social aspects of traditional schooling, she believes that she didn’t miss anything important. In her own words, “Nothing that hurt me.”

When Kat Dennings first expressed her desire to pursue an acting career, her parents were skeptical. However, as her success grew, they embraced her decision and recognized her true talent. Her father, a biochemist, had aspirations of becoming a painter in his youth, while her mother has a gift for poetry.

The Beginnings: Sex and the City

Kat Dennings had her television debut as a teenage actor on the hit show Sex and the City in 2000. Although her role on the show was small, it left a lasting impression. Growing up in an eccentric and artistic household, Dennings didn’t watch much television. Instead, she developed an early appreciation for the arts, surrounded by the creativity of her parents.

Unlike many young celebrities, Kat Dennings has chosen to steer clear of drugs and alcohol. She believes she doesn’t need substances to show her true feelings since she already expresses herself genuinely. Moreover, she doesn’t enjoy being around drunk people and feels a lot of pressure in such an environment.

Knitting Club with Ronda Rousey

In a surprising hobby, Kat Dennings loves to knit in her downtime. Even more surprising, she has joined forces with UFC champion Ronda Rousey to create a knitting club called “The Yarn and the Restless.” Besides knitting scarves and having a drink, they make plenty of “friend memories” while expressing their inner designers.

On the TV show 2 Broke Girls, Kat Dennings played Max Black, a waitress with dreams of starting a cupcake empire. Although she didn’t bake the cupcakes herself, she frosted them live on camera “in real-time.” Whenever the audience sees her piping a cupcake, she’s the one doing it. And when her blood sugar feels low, she takes a swipe of icing as a delicious treat.

Drake’s Crush

Kat Dennings has been linked to various celebrities in the past, including singer Josh Groban and actor Nick Zano. However, there was a time when she and Canadian rapper Drake shared a mutual attraction. Drake publicly expressed his obsession with Dennings through a late-night tweet in 2011, praising her appearance on Conan. While their relationship never blossomed into anything more, they remained friends.

Aside from acting, Kat Dennings has also showcased her talent as a screenwriter. She co-wrote the script for Your Dreams Suck with her brother, Geoffrey Litwack. The script made it onto the prestigious 2008 Black List of “The Hottest Unproduced Screenplays.” Dennings expressed her interest in directing and revealed that she is working on getting her script produced.

Kat Dennings used to be an active blogger on her website, katdennings.com. Her blog featured a mix of musings, stories, artwork, and other personal insights. She often described herself as “weird” and “crazy” and used her blog as a creative outlet.

Kat Dennings openly admits to embracing the goth aesthetic during her younger years. Nonetheless, she grew out of her goth phase, and her current style reflects her evolving tastes.

Best Friends with Natalie Portman

Kat Dennings met Natalie Portman on the set of a music video for their mutual friend Devendra Banhart’s single “Carmensita”. Their friendship flourished when they acted together in Thor. Dennings and Portman both agree that they never stop talking when they’re together, which led to some interesting moments during their time on set.

2 Broke Girls was co-created by comedian Whitney Cummings and Michael Patrick King, the creator of Sex and the City. Michael King revealed that Kat Dennings’ character, Max Black, was “pretty much molded” for her. Dennings’ natural authenticity resonates with viewers, making her character feel relatable and genuine.

When CBS decided to end 2 Broke Girls after six successful seasons, Kat Dennings took the news gracefully. Instead of feeling upset or bitter, she expressed gratitude to the fans of the show in a heartfelt tweet. She thanked them for watching and enjoying the show, emphasizing the lifelong friendship she formed with her co-star Beth Behrs.

In an industry that emphasizes physical perfection, Kat Dennings decided to embrace her natural beauty by proudly showing off her grey hair on social media. Fans appreciated her embrace of authenticity and shared their own experiences with grey hair.

Kat Dennings is unapologetically political. She takes a stand on important issues and uses her platform to address them.

When asked what she would change about herself, Kat Dennings surprised everyone by admitting that she wished she were a less anxious driver. She recognizes her room for improvement and continues to work on her driving skills.