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BIO

Winner of the 2017 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her starring role in Hello, Dolly!, Bette Midler made her Broadway debut in Fiddler on the Roof, and even then, she understood the importance of doing matinees. Her remarkable career started while singing in New York bathhouses, where she was given the name, "The Divine Miss M."

Her record debut, "The Divine Miss M," earned her a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. In 1979, Bette made her film debut in portraying a doomed and self-destructive rock & roll singer in The Rose, for which she earned the Golden Globe for Best Actress, Academy Award nomination, and Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal performance.
In 1988 Bette starred in Beaches, and received her third Grammy Award, Record of the Year, for the film's title song, "Wind Beneath My Wings." Midler garnered her second Best Actress Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination for Mark Rydell's For The Boys.
Additional film credits include: Down and Out in Beverly Hills, Ruthless People, Big Business, Scene's From a Mall, Hocus Pocus, The First Wives Club, The Stepford Wives, Then She Found Me and The Women.
She concluded her critically acclaimed Vegas extravaganza The Showgirl Must Go On at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with over 200 performances that were seen by over a half-million people in two years.
Forty years, four Grammys, four Golden Globes, three Emmys, a Tony Award and tons of record-breaking performances since she hit the scene, the "Divine Miss M" is still going strong.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Dolly Gallagher Levi [Replacement], Dolly Gallagher Levi
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Sue Mengers
[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2002
Nora
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1979
Performer
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1975
Performer
[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1973
Performer
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1969
Performer [Replacement], Betty Lou [Replacement]
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Rivka [Replacement], Tzeitel [Replacement], Fruma-Sarah (Understudy) [Replacement], Tzeitel (Understudy) [Replacement]

Productions

 
[Broadway, 1979]
Director (Staging)

Writing

Additional Material
Playwright

Movies

The Thorn
[ 1971 ] Virgin Mary
Scarecrow in a Garden of Cucumbers
[ 1972 ] Lullabye Singer
The Rose
[ 1979 ] Rose
Jinxed!
[ 1982 ] Bonita Friml
Ruthless People
[ 1986 ] Barbara Stone
Down and Out in Beverly Hills
[ 1986 ] Barbara Whiteman
Outrageous Fortune
[ 1987 ] Sandy
Beaches
[ 1988 ] CC Bloom
Oliver & Company
[ 1988 ] Georgette
Big Business
[ 1988 ] Sadie Shelton, Sadie Ratliff
Stella
[ 1990 ] Stella Claire
Scenes from a Mall
[ 1991 ] Deborah
For the Boys
[ 1991 ] Dixie Leonard
Hocus Pocus
[ 1993 ] Winifred
The First Wives Club
[ 1996 ] Brenda Morelli Cushman
That Old Feeling
[ 1997 ] Lilly Leonard
Isn't She Great
[ 2000 ] Jacqueline Susann
Drowning Mona
[ 2000 ] Mona Dearly
The Stepford Wives
[ 2004 ] Bobbie Markowitz
Then She Found Me
[ 2007 ] Bernice Graves
The Women
[ 2008 ] Leah Miller
Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore
[ 2010 ] Kitty Galore
Parental Guidance
[ 2012 ] Diane Decker
Freak Show
[ 2017 ] Muv
The Addams Family
[ 2019 ] Grandma
The Glorias
[ 2020 ] Bella Abzug
The Addams Family 2
[ 2021 ] Grandma
Hocus Pocus 2
[ 2022 ] Winifred Sanderson
The Fabulous Four
[ 2024 ] Marilyn

TV Shows

Vegetable Soup
Woody The Spoon voice
The Earth Day Special
Mother Earth
The Simpsons
Bette Midler
Gypsy
Mama Rose
Seinfeld
Bette Midler
The Nanny
Bette Midler
Jackie's Back!
Bette Midler
Bette
[ 2000-2001 ] Bette
Murphy Brown
[ 1998-2018 ] Caprice Feldman - Secretary #93
The Politician
[ 2019-2020 ] Hadassah Gold

Awards and Nominations


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2017 - Best Leading Actress in a Musical

Bette Midler, Hello, Dolly!


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Bette Midler, Hello, Dolly!


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2017 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Bette Midler, Hello, Dolly!


winner
Tony Awards - 2017 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Bette Midler, Hello, Dolly!


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Leading Actress in a Play

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers


winner
Tony Awards - 1974 - Special Tony Award

Bette Midler

Videos

News

Video: Watch Kelli O'Hara, Adrienne Warren & More Perform at America 250 Special
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 6, 2026

Tony winners Kelli O'Hara, Adrienne Warren, and Michael Feinstein all gathered to perform this past weekend in America Made in Virginia: 250 Years Together. Watch the full special now.
GYPSY Will Come to Second Street Players This Summer
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.
ONCE UPON A ONE MORE TIME, THE BIG GAY JAMBOREE to Lead Out Front Theatre's 2026-27 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 1, 2026

Out Front Theatre Company, Georgia's only LGBTQIA+ professional theatre, revealed its 2026-27 season, featuring Atlanta and Georgia premieres including the Britney Spears-powered musical Once Upon a One More Time.
HOCUS POCUS IN Concert to Screen Live at Eventim Apollo This Autumn
by Stephi Wild - Jun 29, 2026

Disney's HOCUS POCUS will be presented live in concert at London's Hammersmith Eventim Apollo, with John Debney's score performed by a live orchestra alongside the film on a large HD screen.
Review: Carly Ozard Is Fierce in the ETHEL MERMAN DISCO ALBUM PROJECT at Green Room 42
by Rob Lester - Jul 2, 2026

Carly Ozard's ETHEL MERMAN DISCO ALBUM PROJECT was a lively show from a live-wire performer (to say the least)! Ozard's big, belting voice was a perfect match for Merman's material.
Building 'The Stuff' That Dreams Are Made Of- How a Prop Shop Creates Broadway’s Most Magical Items
by Emma Forgione - Jul 1, 2026

A week before their Tony performance, the candelabra that Amber Gray holds during the Rocky Horror set sat on a counter in Brooklyn for repair. You’ve seen the shimmering pink vial in the hands of Megan Hilty and plastered across Playbills and pole banners in the theater district, or maybe you’ve seen the light-up “Handbook For The Recently Deceased” on the Beetlejuice tour in Sarasota, Florida. Wherever they are now, those props were born in a small, unassuming workshop on the intersection of Meeker Ave. and Apollo Street. 
Review: LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE: THE MUSIC OF JULIE GOLD at the Laurie Beechman
by Stephen Sorokoff - Jun 24, 2026

Songwriter Julie Gold sang her own music, with guest Stephen Flaherty, in LOVE IS LOVE IS LOVE..THE MUSIC OF JULIE GOLD at the Laurie Beechman on June 23. See photos from the night
Nikki Glaser Joins Voice Cast of Animated Fairy Tale STEPS
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 17, 2026

Nikki Glaser is stepping into an animated fairy tale. The award-winning comedian and actress has joined the voice cast of Steps, Netflix's new animated reimagining of Cinderella.
ALL AT ONCE 40th Anniversary Reunion Concert to Play The Green Room 42
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 15, 2026

The jukebox musical ALL AT ONCE will reunite members of its original Philadelphia and New York casts for a 40th anniversary remaster concert at The Green Room 42, with in-person and livestream tickets available.
Photos/Videos: Broadway Inspirational Voices, Kayla Davion, Jenn Colella & More at RISE UP, SING OUT: A CONCERT FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT
by Josh Sharpe - Jun 15, 2026

On Sunday, June 14, the Committee for the First Amendment hosted “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” a 90-minute live event of song, solidarity, and action at The Town Hall in New York City. Take a look at photos and video of the event, featuring Ayo Edebiri, Bette Midler, the Broadway Inspirational Voices, Kayla Davion, Jane Fonda, Jenn Colella, and more.
Tessa Thompson, Ms. Rachel and More Join RISE UP, SING OUT: A CONCERT FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

The Committee for the First Amendment's “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment,” has completely sold out. Tessa Thompson, Ms. Rachel and more have joined the lineup for the event.
Billy Crystal's New One-Man Show 860 to Play Broadway’s Imperial Theater this Fall
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 15, 2026

Tony and Emmy Award-winner Billy Crystal’s new one-man show, 860 will play a limited run at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre, beginning in October of 2026. The complete creative team will be announced in the coming weeks. 
Adelaide Cabaret Festival Opens; Ursula Yovich Named 2026 Icon Award Winner
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026

Ursula Yovich received the 2026 Adelaide Cabaret Festival Icon Award at a sold-out Variety Gala, ahead of her solo performance honoring Nina Simone. The festival continues at Adelaide Festival Centre with performances by Alfie Boe, Em Rusciano, and more.
MIGRATION DIARY: NEW YORK CITY EDITION to Make World Premiere at La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 4, 2026

Romanian director Carmen Lidia Vidu's documentary theater work MIGRATION DIARY: NEW YORK CITY EDITION will have its world premiere at La MaMa, presented in collaboration with the Romanian Cultural Institute and the National Theatre of Bucharest.
Catherine Alcorn to Return to Ginger's at The Oxford for Sydney Residency
by Stephi Wild - Jun 4, 2026

Catherine Alcorn announced a four-show residency at Ginger's at The Oxford on Sydney's Oxford Street, following consecutive sold-out performances. Australian music icon iOTA is set to appear as special guest for the opening night.
GAYCON! with Meghan Murphy to Play 54 Below During Pride
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 3, 2026

Meghan Murphy will perform Gaycon! at 54 Below, a tribute to gay icons including Judy Garland, Liza Minnelli, Barbra Streisand, and Beyoncé, with a five-piece band.
BARRY & BETTE and OUTCASTS & INNOCENTS to Launch Madison Lyric Stage Summer Festival
by Stephi Wild - Jun 2, 2026

Madison Lyric Stage will present two concerts at Shoreline Unitarian Universalist Society: a tribute to Barry Manilow and Bette Midler, and a semi-staged celebration of Benjamin Britten and Peter Pears.
Julia Roberts, Peppermint and More Join RISE UP, SING OUT: A CONCERT FOR THE FIRST AMENDMENT
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 1, 2026

Julia Roberts, Lily Gladstone, Wilson Cruz, Peppermint, Jenn Colella, and more will participate in “Rise Up, Sing Out: A Concert for the First Amendment' at The Town Hall.
Norm Lewis, Will Roland and More to Perform at 54 Below in June
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 29, 2026

Next month, 54 BELOW, Broadway’s Supper Club & Private Event Destination, presents some of the brightest stars from Broadway, cabaret, jazz, and beyond, including Grammy and Emmy winner Will Roland, Tony winner Norm Lewis and more. 
CUL-DE-SAC and HOUSE GYALZ to Receive Staged Readings at La MaMa
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026

La MaMa Experimental Theatre Club has announced staged readings of CUL-DE-SAC by Leslie Gauthier and HOUSE GYALZ by Abigail C. Onwunali, this year's Morgan Jenness Experiments in Playwriting Fellows.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Bette Midler been in?

Bette Midler has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

How many West End shows has Bette Midler been in?

Bette Midler has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Bette Midler been nominated for?

Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Leading Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers, Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers and Special Tony Award (Tony Awards).

What awards has Bette Midler won?

Bette Midler has won the following awards: Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly!; and Best Leading Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers.

How many shows has Bette Midler written?

Bette Midler has written 2 shows including Bette Midler's Clams on the Half Shell Revue (Lyricist), Bette! Divine Madness (Additional Material).

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