Judy Holliday
Latest News on Judy Holliday:
- Interview: Writer, Director & Actor Ann Noble of DEAD MAN at Echo Theatre CompanyJul 20, 2026
- Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Ali Louis Bourzgui and More to Receive Actors' Equity Foundation '26 AwardsMay 20, 2026
- MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Laura Benanti and More Set for Signature Theatre 2026-2027 SeasonMay 5, 2026
BIO
Judy Holliday was an American actress, comedian and singer. She began her career as part of a nightclub act before working in Broadway plays and musicals.
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STAGE CREDITS
Writing
Sketches/Composer/Lyricist
Movies
Winged Victory
[ 1944 ] Ruth Miller
[ 1944 ] Ruth Miller
Adam's Rib
[ 1949 ] Doris Attinger
[ 1949 ] Doris Attinger
Born Yesterday
[ 1950 ] Billie Dawn
[ 1950 ] Billie Dawn
The Marrying Kind
[ 1952 ] Florence Florrie Keefer
[ 1952 ] Florence Florrie Keefer
It Should Happen to You
[ 1954 ] Gladys Glover
[ 1954 ] Gladys Glover
Phffft
[ 1954 ] Nina Tracey
[ 1954 ] Nina Tracey
Full of Life
[ 1956 ] Emily Rocco
[ 1956 ] Emily Rocco
The Solid Gold Cadillac
[ 1956 ] Laura Partridge
[ 1956 ] Laura Partridge
Bells Are Ringing
[ 1960 ] Ella Peterson
[ 1960 ] Ella Peterson
Awards and Nominations
winner
Tony Awards - 1957 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical
Judy Holliday, Bells Are Ringing
winner
Theatre World Awards - 1945 - Performance
Judy Holliday, Kiss Them for Me
Videos
VIDEO: Andréa Burns Sings from THE FULL MONTY in Rehearsals for The Seth Concert Series
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - 2021-11-21 13:27:54
WHITE CHRISTMAS Cast Celebrates 100th Year of New Haven's Shubert Theater
by Jeffrey Ellis - 2014-12-23 10:11:31
News
Interview: Writer, Director & Actor Ann Noble of DEAD MAN at Echo Theatre Company
by Shari Barrett - Jul 20, 2026
Direct from its smash hit run at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival, the noir comedy clown mystery Dead Man, written and directed by Ann Noble, is being presented by The Echo Theater Company and Theatre Ghosts on Tuesdays July 21, 28 and August 4 at 8 p.m. at the Echo Theater Company in Atwater Village Theatre.
by Shari Barrett - Jul 20, 2026
Direct from its smash hit run at the 2026 Hollywood Fringe Festival, the noir comedy clown mystery Dead Man, written and directed by Ann Noble, is being presented by The Echo Theater Company and Theatre Ghosts on Tuesdays July 21, 28 and August 4 at 8 p.m. at the Echo Theater Company in Atwater Village Theatre.
Ruben Santiago-Hudson, Ali Louis Bourzgui and More to Receive Actors' Equity Foundation '26 Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
The Actors’ Equity Foundation has revealed the recipients of its 2026 awards for theatre artists. These honors will be awarded at a ceremony emceed by Julie Halston, a previous recipient of the Foundation's Richard Seff Award.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 20, 2026
The Actors’ Equity Foundation has revealed the recipients of its 2026 awards for theatre artists. These honors will be awarded at a ceremony emceed by Julie Halston, a previous recipient of the Foundation's Richard Seff Award.
MERRILY WE ROLL ALONG, Laura Benanti and More Set for Signature Theatre 2026-2027 Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 5, 2026
Signature Theatre has revealed its 2026-2027 Season. The 37th season features six musicals and two plays, including a world premiere musical, a regional premiere musical, and a DC premiere play.
A Look Back at the 10 Longest Running Plays on Broadway History
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 15, 2026
Four of Broadway’s ten longest running musicals are currently on the boards: Chicago, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. One, The Phantom of the Opera, closed in 2023 after attaining the title of longest running Broadway show of all time. But what about Broadway’s longest running plays?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Mar 15, 2026
Four of Broadway’s ten longest running musicals are currently on the boards: Chicago, The Lion King, Wicked, and The Book of Mormon. One, The Phantom of the Opera, closed in 2023 after attaining the title of longest running Broadway show of all time. But what about Broadway’s longest running plays?
Review: NEW YEAR'S EVE WITH SETH MACFARLANE AND THE BOSTON POPS at Symphony Hall
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 6, 2026
Seth MacFarlane was in great voice when he took the stage at Symphony Hall recently for his sold-out New Year’s Eve concert with the Boston Pops, even if it wasn’t his most familiar voice.
by R. Scott Reedy - Jan 6, 2026
Seth MacFarlane was in great voice when he took the stage at Symphony Hall recently for his sold-out New Year’s Eve concert with the Boston Pops, even if it wasn’t his most familiar voice.
Previews: PAINTING CHURCHES at The Pinebrook Theater
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 5, 2025
You can see the Falcone Repertory Theatre’s script-in-handing reading of Tina Howe’s Painting Churches at the Pine Brook Theater in Trumbull (the old Group Theater's summer home).
by Sherry Shameer Cohen - Jul 5, 2025
You can see the Falcone Repertory Theatre’s script-in-handing reading of Tina Howe’s Painting Churches at the Pine Brook Theater in Trumbull (the old Group Theater's summer home).
Review: NEW SUMMER SHORTS 2025 at Theatre Artists Studio
by Herbert Paine - Jun 9, 2025
Theatre Artists Studio's perennial showcase of original 10-minute plays presents an impressive range of voices and tones, from sharply comic to deeply affecting. This year’s lineup leans toward intimate, character-driven encounters, anchored by the kind of unvarnished human truths only live theater can deliver.
by Herbert Paine - Jun 9, 2025
Theatre Artists Studio's perennial showcase of original 10-minute plays presents an impressive range of voices and tones, from sharply comic to deeply affecting. This year’s lineup leans toward intimate, character-driven encounters, anchored by the kind of unvarnished human truths only live theater can deliver.
Heidi Blickenstaff, John Bolton, and More Will Lead COME FROM AWAY at The Muny
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
The cast has been set for Come From Away when the musical makes its Muny premiere this summer in Forest Park. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
by Stephi Wild - May 13, 2025
The cast has been set for Come From Away when the musical makes its Muny premiere this summer in Forest Park. Learn more about the upcoming production here!
Nicholas Barasch, Jessica Hecht and More to Receive Actors' Equity 2025 Performance Awards
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
The Actors’ Equity Foundation has revealed the recipients of its awards for performers for the 2024–2025 season. Learn more about the awards and the recipients here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - May 12, 2025
The Actors’ Equity Foundation has revealed the recipients of its awards for performers for the 2024–2025 season. Learn more about the awards and the recipients here!
Film Forum to Host Jack Lemmon Tribute Series Featuring Special Guests Bob Odenkirk, Juliet Mills, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 22, 2025
JACK LEMMON 100, a two-week festival of classics from the 1950s to the 1990s, will run at Film Forum from Friday, May 16 to Thursday, May 29, in commemoration of Lemmon’s centennial year in 2025.
TIRED OLD QUEEN AT THE MOVIES Comes to Guild Hall of The Episcopal Actors' Guild
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
For EAG's Movie Night, STEVE HAYES: Tired Old Queen at the Movies will present the zany comedy; Adam's Rib (1949), directed by Oscar-winner George Cukor.
by Stephi Wild - Feb 13, 2025
For EAG's Movie Night, STEVE HAYES: Tired Old Queen at the Movies will present the zany comedy; Adam's Rib (1949), directed by Oscar-winner George Cukor.
Words From The Wings: Andréa Burns of THE NOTEBOOK Talks Favorite Moments, Backstage Routines, and More!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024
As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Andrea Burns, who is currently appearing in The Notebook. Andrea told us all about her backstage routines, favorite moments, and more!
by Stephi Wild - Apr 16, 2024
As part of our Words From the Wings series, we're chatting with Andrea Burns, who is currently appearing in The Notebook. Andrea told us all about her backstage routines, favorite moments, and more!
Ella Dershowitz & Jill Eikenberry to Star in TWO HANDER World Premiere at NJRep
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
New Jersey Repertory Company will continue its 27th Season with the world premiere of Two Hander by Julia Blauvelt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2024
New Jersey Repertory Company will continue its 27th Season with the world premiere of Two Hander by Julia Blauvelt. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Review Roundup: LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 11, 2024
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is now running at The Westside Theatre. See what the critics are saying!
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 11, 2024
LITTLE SHOP OF HORRORS is now running at The Westside Theatre. See what the critics are saying!
Interview: Executive Producer, Gabor Barabas of NJ Rep
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 11, 2024
We had the pleasure of interviewing the Executive Producer of NJ Rep, Gabor Barabas about his career, the team at the Company, and the what's ahead for the theatre.
by Marina Kennedy - Mar 11, 2024
We had the pleasure of interviewing the Executive Producer of NJ Rep, Gabor Barabas about his career, the team at the Company, and the what's ahead for the theatre.
Review: LAS HERMANAS PALACIOS (THE PALACIOS SISTERS) at GALA Hispanic Theatre
by Roger Catlin - Feb 6, 2024
The biggest drama at the GALA Hispanic Theatre this year didn’t happen on stage; it was the $250,000 that was stolen when its bank account was hacked and drained, threatening the long-serving Spanish-language performance space as its 50th anniversary approached.
by Roger Catlin - Feb 6, 2024
The biggest drama at the GALA Hispanic Theatre this year didn’t happen on stage; it was the $250,000 that was stolen when its bank account was hacked and drained, threatening the long-serving Spanish-language performance space as its 50th anniversary approached.
Meet the Cast of THE NOTEBOOK, Beginning Previews on Broadway Tonight!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2024
The Notebook, the new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, begins previews on Broadway toinght, February 10, at Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, ahead of a Thursday, March 14, 2024 opening night. Meet the cast of The Notebook here!
by Stephi Wild - Feb 10, 2024
The Notebook, the new musical based on the bestselling novel by Nicholas Sparks that inspired the iconic film, begins previews on Broadway toinght, February 10, at Broadway’s Gerald Schoenfeld Theatre, ahead of a Thursday, March 14, 2024 opening night. Meet the cast of The Notebook here!
How Often Do Actors Go On to Write Musicals?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 14, 2024
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of theatre actors who later wrote musicals as well?
by Jennifer Ashley Tepper - Jan 14, 2024
This time, the reader question was: What is the history of theatre actors who later wrote musicals as well?
OUR BORN-THIS-MONTH FEATURE FOR JANUARY SALUTES... GUESS WHO!
by Rob Lester - Jan 7, 2024
Every month, we take a moment to honor someone among those having a birthday that month who has made a real mark in the entertainment world . January's birthday salute goes to a sensation on the stages of theatres and cabaret. With a click, you can see who it is and then see how much you know about their by taking our multiple-choice quiz.
by Rob Lester - Jan 7, 2024
Every month, we take a moment to honor someone among those having a birthday that month who has made a real mark in the entertainment world . January's birthday salute goes to a sensation on the stages of theatres and cabaret. With a click, you can see who it is and then see how much you know about their by taking our multiple-choice quiz.
Broadway Actress Sheila Smith Passes Away at 90
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2023
Broadway actress Sheila Smith passed away on Thursday, November 30 at the age of 90.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2023
Broadway actress Sheila Smith passed away on Thursday, November 30 at the age of 90.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Judy Holliday been in?
Judy Holliday has appeared on Broadway in 5 shows.
How many West End shows has Judy Holliday been in?
Judy Holliday has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Judy Holliday been nominated for?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Bells Are Ringing and Performance (Theatre World Awards) for Kiss Them for Me.
What awards has Judy Holliday won?
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Bells Are Ringing. Academy Award for Best Actress for Born Yesterday. Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Motion Picture – Musical or Comedy for Born Yesterday. Additionally, Judy Holliday received nominations for the Tony Award for Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical for The Last Two People in the World and for the BAFTA Award for Best Foreign Actress for The Mother.
How many shows has Judy Holliday written?
Judy Holliday has written 1 shows including The Revuers (Sketches/Composer/Lyricist).
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