Bebe Neuwirth

Bebe Neuwirth is an actress, singer, and dancer known for her versatility across Broadway, television, and film. Neuwirth studied ballet at Juilliard and made her Broadway debut as Sheila in the musical "A Chorus Line." She continued her stage career with roles in productions such as "Little Me," "Dancin'," "Damn Yankees," "Fosse," and "The Addams Family."

Neuwirth's association with the Bob Fosse canon is a defining aspect of her Broadway career. She worked with choreographer Bob Fosse in "Sweet Charity," earning the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for her performance as Nickie. Her portrayal of Velma Kelly in the Broadway revival of "Chicago" earned her a second Tony Award for Best Actress and the Drama Desk Award for Outstanding Actress in a Musical. Neuwirth's performance as Velma is featured on the Grammy-winning cast album of "Chicago." She made theater history by returning to the revival of "Chicago" in the roles of Roxie Hart and later "Mama" Morton, becoming the first performer to play three different characters in a single Broadway run. Neuwirth has also appeared on Broadway in "Cabaret at the Kit Kat Club" as Fraulein Schneider.

On television, Neuwirth is widely recognized for her portrayal of psychiatrist Dr. Lilith Sternin on the comedy series "Cheers." She received two Emmy Awards for this role and reprised the character in "Wings" and "Frasier." Neuwirth also earned an Emmy nomination for her portrayal of Dorothy Parker in the television movie "Dash and Lilly."

Neuwirth's film credits include "Say Anything," "Green Card," "Without Her Consent," "Bugsy," "Jumanji," "Summer of Sam," "Liberty Heights," "Celebrity," "The Faculty," "Tadpole," and "Don’t Say Good Luck." She played Avis Devoto in the HBO Max series "Julia.:

Her accolades include two Tony Awards, two Drama Desk Awards, two Emmy Awards, an LA Drama Critics Circle Award, an Astaire Award, and an Outer Critics Circle Award. Neuwirth's career highlights her impact on musical theater, television comedy, and film, establishing her as a prominent figure in American entertainment.