Bernadette Peters
Birth Place: Ozone Park, NY, USA
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BIO
Over a career spanning more than six decades, Bernadette Peters has starred in musical theatre, television and film, performed in solo concerts and released recordings. She is a critically acclaimed Broadway performer, having received seven nominations for Tony Awards, winning two (plus an honorary award), and nine Drama Desk Award nominations, winning three. Four of the Broadway cast albums on which she has starred have won Grammy Awards.
Regarded by many as the foremost interpreter of the works of Stephen Sondheim, Peters is particularly noted for her roles on the Broadway stage, including in the musicals Mack and Mabel (1974), Sunday in the Park with George (1984), Song and Dance (1985), Into the Woods (1987), The Goodbye Girl (1993), Annie Get Your Gun (1999), Gypsy (2003), A Little Night Music (2010), Follies (2011) and Hello, Dolly! (2018). She starred in the revue Stephen Sondheim's Old Friends both in the West End (2023) and on Broadway (2025). She has recorded six solo albums and many cast albums, and has performed regularly in solo concert acts.
Peters first performed on the stage as a child actress and then a teenager in the 1960s, and in film and television from the 1970s. She was praised for this early work and for appearances on, among other programs, The Muppet Show and The Carol Burnett Show, and for her roles in films including Silent Movie (1976), The Jerk (1979), Pennies from Heaven (1981, for which she won a Golden Globe Award), and Annie (1982). She has also acted in television shows such as Ally McBeal, Smash (2012–2013), Mozart in the Jungle (2014–2018), The Good Fight (2017–2018), Zoey's Extraordinary Playlist (2020–2021) and High Desert (2023).
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
[ 1973 ] Allison
[ 1974 ] Warden's Secretary
[ 1976 ] Little Dee
[ 1976 ] Melody
[ 1976 ] Vilma Kaplan
[ 1979 ] Marie
[ 1981 ] Aqua
[ 1981 ] Eileen
[ 1981 ] Rutanya Wallace
[ 1982 ] Lily
[ 1989 ] Eleanor
[ 1989 ] Lou Ann McGuinn
[ 1990 ] Muse
[ 1991 ] Marie D'Agoult
[ 1997 ] Sophie
[ 1999 ] Elise Ellis
[ 2003 ] Rebecca Gromberg
[ 2007 ] Mary Ann
[ 2011 ] Diane
[ 2013 ] Glinda
[ 2020 ] Eva Woolf
[ 2021 ] Sunday' Legend
[ 2021 ] Deb
TV Shows
Anna Stieman
Girl
Josie Cohan
Lady Larken
Doris
Kathy Griffith
Linda Galloway
B.B. Murchison
Brenda Brooks
[ 1976-1977 ] Charley Drake
Trudy Engles
Genevieve Seltzer
The Girl in 'The Sheik'
Sleeping Beauty, Princess Debbie
Marie Rothenberg
Jane Murray
Kate Benton
Tammy Faye Bakker
Skit Characters
[ 1986-1991 ] The Witch, Dot, Marie
Bernadette Peters
Cinderella's Stepmother
Circe
Faith Shawn
Helen Ayers
Victoria Sherwood
Fifi
Cassandra Lewis
Margo, Titania
Rachel
Bailey Lewis
Sarah Leaf
Gin
Stella Danquiss
Judge Marianna Folger
Barbara Bradfield
Sarabeth Breyers
Jodie Papadakis
[ 2012-2013 ] Leigh Conroy
Annie
[ 2014-2018 ] Gloria Windsor
[ 2017-2018 ] Lenore Rindell
Ms. Freesia
[ 2020-2021 ] Deb
Rosalyn, Ginger
Awards and Nominations
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Bernadette Peters, Annie Get Your Gun
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Bernadette Peters, The Goodbye Girl
Bernadette Peters, The Goodbye Girl
Bernadette Peters, Into the Woods
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Bernadette Peters, Song and Dance
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Bernadette Peters, Sunday in the Park with George
Bernadette Peters, Sunday in the Park with George
Bernadette Peters, Sally and Marsha
Bernadette Peters, Mack & Mabel
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Bernadette Peters , On The Town
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Bernadette Peters, Dames at Sea
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Videos
Video: Cue the Puppies! Behind the Scenes at Broadway Barks 2026
by Robert Bannon - 2026-07-17 18:00:28
Video: Bernadette Peters Brings Adorable Dogs to LIVE Ahead of Broadway Barks
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-07-07 13:21:42
Video: Watch the First Trailer for THE DEBUT Starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-23 09:06:39
Video: Alden Ehrenreich's Mom Convinced Bernadette Peters to See BECKY SHAW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-06-18 11:49:37
Video: Kelly Clarkson Sings 'Suddenly, Seymour' From LITTLE SHOP With Lawrence Zarian
by Michael Major - 2026-06-17 09:28:47
Video: Impressionist Recreates Iconic RAGTIME Lyric With Broadway Stars
by Michael Major - 2026-05-18 14:45:07
Video: Watch Matthew Morrison Dance with His Daughter in JUST IN TIME on Broadway
by Gillian Blum - 2026-04-05 19:08:24
Video: Jennifer Holliday Sings 'I Am What I Am' at BROADWAY BACKWARDS 2026
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2026-03-31 12:42:32
Video: Richard Jay-Alexander Celebrates 50 Years in the Broadway Business
by Robert Diamond - 2026-04-03 13:00:22
Video: Bernadette Peters Dances With Jonathan Groff at JUST IN TIME
by Michael Major - 2026-03-18 10:08:21
Video/Photos: Watch the Official Trailer for THE MUPPET SHOW Special; Maya Rudolph Confirmed as Guest Star
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-23 12:13:41
Video: Sabrina Carpenter and Seth Rogen Join THE MUPPET SHOW in New Teaser
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-01-02 11:28:56
Video: First-Look at THE MUPPET SHOW Special Event Coming in 2026
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 10:09:42
Video: Kyle Taylor Parker & More Rehearse 'The Oldest Established' From GUYS AND DOLLS
by Michael Major - 2025-11-18 11:43:03
Video: Plasma and J. Harrison Ghee Perform 'That's Life' From New Live Album
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-10 17:44:55
Video: Jennifer Lopez Opens Up About Seeing Her First Broadway Show
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-06 13:44:57
News
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 15, 2026
CAP UCLA will present Edgar Arceneaux and Frank Lawson's PLACE IS THE SPACE at The Nimoy, a four-hour immersive performance blending live jazz, theatrical storytelling, and multimedia design inspired by Sun Ra.
by Robert Bannon - Jul 17, 2026
The Roundtable with Robert Bannon is hitting the road! In this special BroadwayWorld Exclusive, East Coast Correspondent Adrienne Garzillo heads to the heart of New York City's Theater District for one of Broadway's most beloved annual traditions—Broadway Barks in historic Shubert Alley! Watch in this video.
by Michael Major - Jul 15, 2026
The London revival of Sunday in the Park With George, starring Ariana Grande and Jonathan Bailey, is eyeing a June 2027 opening. Auditions for other roles in the production are reportedly taking place this summer.
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 14, 2026
Over the wekeend, Broadway Barks returned for its 28th annual dog and cat adoption event in Shubert Alley. The special day was hosted by Bernadette Peters and Andrew Rannells. It is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS with corporate sponsorship by Fetch Pet Insurance and additional sponsorship from Tito's Handmade Vodka and Humane World for Animals.
by Nicole Wilson - Jul 12, 2026
Broadway has gone to the dogs (and cats)! Just yesterday, Broadway Barks returned for its 28th annual dog and cat adoption event in Shubert Alley. The special day was hosted by Bernadette Peters and Andrew Rannells. It is produced by Broadway Cares/Equity Fights AIDS with corporate sponsorship by Fetch Pet Insurance and additional sponsorship from Tito's Handmade Vodka and Humane World for Animals. Check out photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2026
A24 will release Jesse Eisenberg's new theater-themed film, The Debut, for a limited theatrical run beginning December 11, before a wide release on Christmas.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 8, 2026
Broadway Barks has announced additional guests for their 28th annual dog and cat adoption event in Shubert Alley, including Jeremy Jordan, Eva Noblezada, Adrienne Warren, and more.
by - Jul 8, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 8, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 7, 2026
Bernadette Peters stopped by Live with Kelly and Mark to introduce adoptable pups ahead of Broadway Barks' 28th year. Watch the video and meet the dogs!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 2, 2026
Single tickets for the San Francisco Symphony's 2026–27 season are set to go on sale, with newly added programs including a memorial concert for Michael Tilson Thomas, Lang Lang in Recital, and Carmina burana.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 2, 2026
Second Street Players' production of GYPSY will feature costumes from the 1993 Bette Midler TV movie, designed by Bob Mackie, and from the 2024 Broadway revival designed by Toni-Leslie James.
by Rob Lester - Jun 30, 2026
DAMES AT SEA: A fun, well-done, one-off, on-target concert of a happy-go-lucky old-fashioned musical, presented by Charles Kirsch (BACKSTAGE BABBLE) and Michael Lavine, makes the crowd happy
by Evan Henerson - Jun 24, 2026
Every inch a musical theater geek's night to remember, the evening featured quips from host Billy Crystal, the rigor of the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra conducted by Thomas Wilkins, a chorus of wonderful singer-dancers and an eye-popping featured performer lineup.
by - Jun 24, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 24, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by Nicole Rosky - Jun 23, 2026
Tony Award-winning performer Lea Salonga releases “The Last Night of the World (The Pride Remix),” a new dance version of the beloved Miss Saigon ballad that was first introduced to audiences decades ago. For generations of fans, “The Last Night of the World” has been an anthem of love, connection, and hope. Released during Pride Month, this reimagined dance version celebrates those same themes while honoring and uplifting LGBTQ+ communities.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 23, 2026
Broadway Barks will return to Shubert Alley for the 28th Annual dog and cat adoption event. Hosted by Bernadette Peters and Andrew Rannells, the event features adoptable animals from NYC area rescue groups along with Broadway’s biggest names.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 23, 2026
The first trailer is here for The Debut, Jesse Eisenberg’s forthcoming musical comedy starring Julianne Moore and Paul Giamatti. In addition to directing the A24 feature, Eisenberg wrote the screenplay, original songs, and also stars in the film. Watch it now.
by Stephi Wild - Jun 23, 2026
Tony Award-winning actor Jak Malone will return to NYC's Laurie Beechman Theatre with a new solo cabaret, MISS YOU, MISS YOU, REALLY WANT TO KISS YOU, following a sold-out debut at the venue.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 22, 2026
Reba McEntire is celebrating a milestone from her Broadway career by making two ANNIE GET YOUR GUN recordings widely available for the first time. The tracks were originally released on a promotional CD during her acclaimed Broadway run.
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 22, 2026
Reba McEntire just dropped two never-before-released songs from her legendary 2001 Broadway run in Annie Get Your Gun. Listen now!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Bernadette Peters has appeared on Broadway in 22 shows.
Bernadette Peters has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Follies, Isabelle Stevenson Award (Tony Awards), Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Gypsy, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Gypsy, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Annie Get Your Gun, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Annie Get Your Gun , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Annie Get Your Gun, Best Actress - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for The Goodbye Girl, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for The Goodbye Girl, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Into the Woods, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Song and Dance, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Song and Dance, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Sunday in the Park with George, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Sunday in the Park with George, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Sally and Marsha, Outstanding Actress - Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Mack & Mabel, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Mack and Mabel, Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for On The Town, Outstanding Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for Dames at Sea and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for George M!.
Bernadette Peters has received numerous prestigious awards throughout her career. She won the Distinguished Achievement in Musical Theater at the Drama League Awards, the Isabelle Stevenson Award at the Tony Awards, and the Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for her performance in Gypsy. She also earned the Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards for Annie Get Your Gun. Additionally, she won the Outstanding Actress in a Musical at the Outer Critics Circle Awards for Annie Get Your Gun and the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for the same show. Peters received the Distinguished Performance Award at the Drama League Awards for Song and Dance, as well as the Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for Song and Dance. She also won the Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards for On The Town, and the Outstanding Performance at the Drama Desk Awards for Dames at Sea.
Bernadette Peters's first West End show was Stephen Sondheim’s Old Friends which opened in 2023
