Lena Dunham: Hannah Horvath

The mastermind who started it all, Lena Dunham was just 23 years old when she created, wrote, and starred in the cultural lightning rod. Following the show's conclusion, Dunham shifted much of her focus behind the camera, directing independent feature films like Sharp Stick and Catherine Called Birdy. She also served as the creator and executive producer for the television series Genera+ion and the romantic comedy series Too Much, continuing her legacy as a distinct voice in modern television production.