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Melissa McCarthy, born August 26, 1970, is an award-winning American actress and comedian. She is best known for her breakout role as Sookie St. James in Gilmore Girls (2000-2007), and her Emmy-winning performance as Molly Flynn in Mike & Molly (2010-2016). McCarthy also gained widespread acclaim for her film work, earning an Academy Award nomination for Bridesmaids (2011) and another for Can You Ever Forgive Me? (2018).



McCarthy has starred in numerous hit comedies, including Identity Thief (2013), The Heat (2013), and Spy (2015), while also exploring more dramatic roles in recent years. She played Ursula in Disney's The Little Mermaid (2023) and starred in the Hulu series Nine Perfect Strangers (2021). She and her husband Ben Falcone run On the Day Productions, through which they’ve produced several films together.

Born in Plainfield, Illinois, McCarthy began her career in stand-up and improvisational comedy with The Groundlings.

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ELTON BILLY & BARRY - THEY WRITE THE SONGS Announced At Feinstein's In Carmel

Feinstein's at The Hotel Carmichael in Carmel has the perfect way to wrap up the holiday season for 2024 and ring in 2025. What better way than to celebrate with ELTON BILLY & BARRY - THEY WRITE THE SONGS.
Steppenwolf Presents Broadway's Brian D'Arcy James In December

Steppenwolf Theatre Company and Mark Cortale will present two lively musical performances with five-time Tony Award nominee and Northwestern alum Brian d'Arcy James with Music Director Dan Lipton.
A 2024 Broadway Holiday Streaming Guide

From Sabrina Carpenter's new Christmas special to musical classics like Albert Finney's Scrooge, find out which holiday streaming titles will bring a Broadway fan some extra joy this year.
Comedian Jim Gaffigan is Coming To The North Charleston Performing Arts Center

Comedian Jim Gaffigan is set to perform at the North Charleston Performing Arts Center in May 2025. Tickets will be available starting Friday, October 11, 2024. Learn more about the performer!
HILDY THE BARBACK AND THE LAKE OF FIRE - Melissa McCarthy, Glenn Close & More Starring in New Scripted Podcast

Lemonada Media has announced a new scripted comedy podcast, “Hildy the Barback and the Lake of Fire,” starring award-winning actress Melissa McCarthy as Hildy. Learn more about who's in the star-studded cast and how to tune in.
SOLO ASESINATOS EN EL EDIFICIO estrena su cuarta temporada

Hoy martes 27 de agosto ha llegado a la plataforma Disney + la cuarta temporada de la exitosa serie SOLO ASESINATOS EN EL EDIFICIO, la comedia de misterio que en la pasada temporada investigó los entresijos de Broadway y en esta nueva tanda de episodios dará su salto a Hollywood.
Brian D'Arcy James to Perform at Steppenwolf in December

Steppenwolf Theatre will present a special performance by Broadway's Brian d'Arcy James in December.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld August 16, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is August 16, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Photos: Robert Downey, Jr., Sarah Paulson, and More Visit OH, MARY!

The new Broadway play Oh, Mary! has recently been visited by several celebrity guests, among them including Robert Downey, Jr., Melissa McCarthy, Sarah Paulson, Amy Adams, and more. Check out photos from backstage here!
Thunderbird Garage Productions to Present GOD OF CARNAGE in September

Thunderbird Garage Productions will present GOD OF CARNAGE by Yasmina Reza in Los Angeles. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Every Broadway Person in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

Just in time for the fourth season, we compiled a list of the Broadway stars that appear across the first three seasons- and announced cast for the fourth- and how you might know them on the stage.
Photos: Melissa McCarthy Visits Ariana Madix at CHICAGO on Broadway

Melissa McCarthy attended a performance of Chicago on Broadway this week and stayed to chat with Ariana Madix and the cast after the show. Check out our photos here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 1, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 1, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed over the weekend.
Video: Melissa McCarthy Discusses Her Role as Investor of SUFFS

Melissa McCarthy sat down for an interview with entertainment reporter Jiminy Glick (played by Martin Short) on Jimmy Kimmel Live! During the segment, the actor and comedian discussed some of her projects, including her current role as an investor in the Broadway musical Suffs. Watch the interview!
Roles Revealed for Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

On the official Only Murders in the Building Instagram, a new photo has teased the roles played by Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in the upcoming season. Take a look at the post here!
Video: JIMMY KIMMEL LIVE Summer Guest Hosts Include Martin Short, Hugh Jackman & More

This summer, “Jimmy Kimmel Live” will tap a diverse lineup of celebrities and comedians to guest host the show starting Monday, June 24. Anthony Anderson, Kathryn Hahn, Kumail Nanjiani, Lamorne Morris, Jeff Goldblum, RuPaul, Ryan Reynolds, and Hugh Jackman are all set to guest host throughout the summer. Watch the promo!
Video: Jenn Colella Talks Tony Noms for SUFFS and Why the Show Resonates Today

Jenn Colella, who plays suffragette Carrie Catt in the hit musical Suffs, recently stopped by Good Morning America to discuss the show, which has received 6 Tony nominations. In the interview, she recalled celebrating the nominations and went on to highlight how, even though the story takes place 100 years ago, the themes still resonate today. Watch the full interview!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld June 7, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is June 7, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Melissa McCarthy Hopes to Return to the Stage After Investing in SUFFS

In a new interview, actress and comedian Melissa McCarthy discussed the Broadway musical Suffs (for which she serves as an investor), the power of live theater, and her hopes to return to stage work in the future. Though this is the first time McCarthy has invested in a Broadway show, the actress has a background in theater. She started her acting career onstage and revealed that she hopes to return to her theater roots.
House Of Oz, Assembly Festival And Jonny Hawkins Present DANCEFLOOR CONVERSION THERAPY At Assembly George Square Studios

House Of Oz, Assembly Festival and Jonny Hawkins will present DANCEFLOOR CONVERSION THERAPY by Jonny Hawkins at Assembly George Square Studios, 3-24 August @ 23.15.

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