Bebe Neuwirth

📖 Biography

Bebe Neuwirth is an acclaimed American actress, dancer, and singer whose distinguished career spans Tony-winning Broadway musical performances, iconic television roles, and blockbuster feature films. A two-time Tony Award winner for her legendary stage roles in Sweet Charity and Chicago, Neuwirth achieved global television fame and two Primetime Emmy Awards portraying the sharp Dr. Lilith Sternin on the hit sitcoms Cheers and Frasier. Cinema audiences worldwide recognize her as Aunt Nora Shepherd in the original fantasy blockbuster Jumanji (1995), a defining role she reprised in a special appearance for Sony Pictures' Jumanji: The Next Level (2019). Her rich filmography and television credits also include prominent roles in Madam Secretary, HBO's Julia, The Faculty, and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days.