Lauren Faust (born July 25, 1974) is an American animator, writer, and producer best known as the creator of the animated series My Little Pony: Friendship Is Magic. Born in Annapolis, Maryland, she graduated from the California Institute of the Arts. Faust worked at Warner Bros. Animation and Cartoon Network Studios, contributing to shows like The Powerpuff Girls and Dexter's Laboratory. Her most notable achievement was reimagining the My Little Pony franchise for Hasbro, turning it into a critically acclaimed series that appealed to both children and adults. Faust's work is characterized by strong character development, humor, and emotional depth. She is considered a pioneer for women in animation and has influenced a generation of creators. Her contributions have left a lasting impact on the animation industry.