Overview

Cobie Smulders (born April 3, 1982) is a Canadian actress and former model best known for her television and film work. She became a household name playing Robin Scherbatsky on the long-running sitcom How I Met Your Mother and is widely recognized for portraying S.H.I.E.L.D. agent Maria Hill in the Marvel Cinematic Universe. Smulders' career spans sitcoms, drama, film roles and voice acting, and she has appeared across North American television and feature films.

Early life and background

Born and raised in Vancouver, British Columbia, Smulders began her professional life in modeling before transitioning to acting. Her early experience in front of the camera helped her move into television auditions and stage work, eventually leading to steady roles that showcased both comedic timing and dramatic range.

Career and notable roles

Smulders' breakthrough came with the role of Robin Scherbatsky on How I Met Your Mother, a part she played through the show's run and that opened doors to feature films and franchise work. In the Marvel films and related projects she portrays Maria Hill, an intelligent and tough S.H.I.E.L.D. officer who appears across several films and tie-in productions. Beyond those high-profile parts, Smulders has taken diverse roles in independent and studio pictures and has provided voice work for animation and other media.

Personal life and public profile

Smulders maintains a relatively private personal life while balancing family and career. She is married to fellow performer Taran Killam and they have children. Over time she has been interviewed about her experiences working in television and film and about the challenges of combining parenthood with a public career.

Selected credits

  • How I Met Your Mother — Robin Scherbatsky (television)
  • Marvel Cinematic Universe — Maria Hill (films and related projects)
  • Various films and voice roles — supporting and lead parts across genres

Further reading and references

For more information, official profiles and interviews can be found at several sources: profile 1, profile 2, interview, filmography, television credits, series page, MCU appearances, local biography, early life, career highlights, personal life and additional resources.