Melissa McCarthy Biography
Melissa McCarthy ( born Melissa Ann McCarthy) is an actress, comedian, producer, writer, and fashion designer from the United States. She has won numerous awards, including two Primetime Emmys and nominations for two Academy Awards and two Golden Globes.
Melissa McCarthy Age
She is 52 years old as of 26th August 2022. Melissa McCarthy was born on August 26, 1970, in Plainfield, Illinois the United States of America.
Melissa McCarthy Education
She received her primary education at St. Francis Academy in Joilet, Illinois. Her early interest in fashion led her to pursue a degree in Textiles at Southern Illinois University. Later, she relocated to New York City to study at the Fashion Institute of Technology.
Melissa McCarthy Height
Melissa stands at a height of 5’2″ (157 cm).
Melissa McCarthy Nationality
She is an American national and citizen by birth, he was born and raised in Plainfield, Illinois, United State of America. Melissa is of Irish, German, British, and American ethnicity/heritage/ancestry.
Melissa McCarthy Family- Parents
McCarthy was born on August 26, 1970, in Plainfield, Illinois, to Michael and Sandra McCarthy. Her father is of Irish descent, and her mother is of English and German descent. She was raised on a farm and received a strict Catholic education. She is related to actress Jenny McCarthy and athlete Joanne McCarthy.
Melissa McCarthy Husband- Children
In 2005, Melissa McCarthy married her long-term partner Ben Falcone. Vivian and Georgette are their two daughters. Falcone frequently appears in films and television shows alongside Melissa.
Melissa McCarthy Career
In the late 1990s, she began her acting career. Her first television role was on the NBC comedy series ‘Jenny,’ in which she co-starred with her cousin Jenny McCarthy. Her first film appearance was in the comedy film ‘Go,’ in which she played a minor role. Following that, she appeared in films such as ‘Drowning Mona’ (2000), ‘Charlie’s Angels’ (2000), ‘The Third Wheel’ (2002), and ‘The Life of David Gale’ (2003). She did a voiceover for the character DNAmy in three episodes of the animated series ‘Kim Possible’ in 2000. She also appeared in two episodes of the TV show ‘D.C.’ as Molly.
In 2007, she starred in the science fiction thriller ‘The Nines.’ John August directed the film, which she co-starred in with Ryan Reynolds. Following that, she appeared in several indie films, including ‘The Captain’ (2007), ‘Just Add Water’ (2008), and ‘Pretty Ugly People’ (2010). (2008). Her second big break came when she landed the role of Dena Stevens in the ABC sitcom ‘Samantha Who?’ Melissa reprised her role as the protagonist’s best friend, but this time with a twist in the plot. She appeared in all episodes despite being a supporting character. From 2007 to 2009, the series aired for two years. Her other TV appearances in 2009 included a guest spot on ‘Rita Rocks,’ where she played Mindy Boone.
She co-starred in the 2011 film ‘Bridesmaids’ with Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, and Ellie Kemper. Her performance earned her an Oscar nomination. She hosted the ‘Women in Film Crystal and Lucy Awards’ in 2011. In October 2011, she also hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the first time. She later hosted it again in 2013, 2014, and 2017. She went on to have supporting roles in ‘This is 40’ (2012) and ‘The Hangover: III’ (2013). In 2013, she landed a lead role in the comedy crime film ‘Identity Thief,’ opposite Jason Bateman. The film was a commercial success at the box office. She also appeared in the film ‘The Heat’ with Sandra Bullock (2013).
She co-starred in the 2011 film ‘Bridesmaids’ with Kristen Wiig, Rose Byrne, and Ellie Kemper. Her performance earned her an Oscar nomination. She hosted the ‘Women in Film Crystal and Lucy Awards’ in 2011. In October 2011, she also hosted ‘Saturday Night Live’ for the first time. She later hosted it again in 2013, 2014, and 2017. She went on to have supporting roles in ‘This is 40’ (2012) and ‘The Hangover: III’ (2013). In 2013, she landed a lead role in the comedy crime film ‘Identity Thief,’ opposite Jason Bateman. The film was a commercial success at the box office. She also appeared in the film ‘The Heat’ with Sandra Bullock (2013).
She went on to become a screenwriter, co-writing the script for ‘Tammy’ (2014). She played the lead role in the film, which was a moderate box office success. In 2014, she co-starred in ‘St. Vincent’ with Bill Murray. The film was a moderate commercial success, with positive reviews. She appeared in the comedy ‘Spy’ in 2015. McCarthy was nominated for a Golden Globe for her performance in the film. She was later honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
Melissa McCarthy’s Net Worth
Melissa has an estimated net worth of 90 million dollars.
Melissa McCarthy Movies and TV Shows
MOVIES:
- 2023 The Little Mermaid
- 2022 Thor: Love and Thunder
- 2021 Thunder Force
- 2021 The Starling
- 2020 Superintelligence
- 2019 The Kitchen
- 2018 Life of the Party
- 2018 The Happytime Murders
- 2018 Can You Ever Forgive Me?
- 2016 The Boss
- 2016 Central Intelligence
- 2016 Ghostbusters
- 2015 Spy
- 2014 Tammy Tammy Banks
- 2014 St. Vincent
- 2013 Identity Thief
- 2013 The Hangover Part III
- 2013 The Heat
- 2012 This Is 40
- 2011 Bridesmaids
TV SHOWS:
- 2022 God’s Favorite Idiot
- 2021 Nine Perfect Strangers
- 2020 Little Big Shots
- 2017–2018 Nobodies
- 2016 Gilmore Girls: A Year in the Life
- 2012 The Penguins of Madagascar
- 2011–2017 Saturday Night Live
- 2010–2016 Mike & Molly
- 2010 Private Practice Lynn McDonald
- 2009 Rita Rocks
- 2007–2009 Samantha Who?
- 2004 Curb Your Enthusiasm Saleswoman
- 2002–2005 Kim Possible
- 2000–2007 Gilmore Girls
- 2000 D.C.
- 1997 Jenny