Anita Gillette
Biography
Anita Gillette, born Anita Luebben on August 16, 1936 in Baltimore, Maryland, is an American actress and singer. Over a career spanning stage, television and film, she has amassed more than sixty credited performances. Her Broadway résumé includes musical productions of Gypsy, Carnival!, Guys and Dolls, They’re Playing Our Song, Mr. President, and Cabaret. In 1978 she received a Tony Award nomination for Best Actress in a Play at the 32nd Tony Awards for her role in Neil Simon’s Chapter Two. Gillette’s work has been documented in both American and international film databases, where she is also listed under the name Anita Luebben.
Career overview
Anita Gillette, born Anita Luebben on August 16, 1936, in Baltimore, Maryland, is an American actress and singer whose career spans several decades across stage, screen, and television. Recognized for her versatility, Gillette has built a body of work that includes numerous roles in feature films, American television series, and a substantial presence on Broadway. Her professional profile lists more than sixty credited performances, reflecting a sustained engagement with both dramatic and musical material.
On the New York stage Gillette has appeared in a range of well‑known musical productions. Her Broadway résumé includes performances in Gypsy, Carnival!, Guys and Dolls, They’re Playing Our Song, Mr. President, and Cabaret. In addition to these roles, she received critical acknowledgment in 1978 when she was nominated for the Tony Award for Best Actress in a Play at the 32nd Tony Awards for her work in Neil Simon’s Chapter Two. This nomination highlighted her ability to transition between musical and straight‑play formats.
Beyond the theatre, Gillette’s career encompasses a variety of television and film appearances, contributing to her reputation as a seasoned performer. While specific titles are not detailed here, the breadth of her credited work underscores a long‑standing contribution to American entertainment as both an actress and a singer.
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Full Filmography
65 titles- Bleecker (2023) as Cleopatra
- After Forever (2018) as Frannie
- Chicago Med (2015) as Ruth
- Irene & Marie (2015) as Vicky
- Elementary (2012) as Claire Renziger
- The Fitzgerald Family Christmas (2012) as Rosie Fitzgerald
- Blue Bloods (2010) as Colleen McGuire
- Shake It Up (2010) as Edie Wilde
- Modern Family (2009) as Annie
- Women's Murder Club (2007)
- 30 Rock (2006) as Margaret Lemon
- Hiding Victoria (2006)
- The Last Adam (2006) as Betty Adams
- The War at Home (2005) as Betty
- The Great New Wonderful (2005) as Lainie
- Shall We Dance? (2004) as Miss Mitzi
- Cold Case (2003) as Grace Stearns (2009)
- The Guru (2002) as Mrs. McGee
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Loretta Marlon
- Early Bird Special (2001) as Betty
- Dinner and a Movie (2001) as Heddie
- CSI: Crime Scene Investigation (2000) as Lily Flynn
- Normal, Ohio (2000) as Joan Gamble
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Sheila Tripler
- Sex and the City (1998) as Mrs. Adams
- A Christmas Memory (1997) as Callie
- Karen Black Like Me (1997) as Mother
- She's the One (1996) as Carol
- Larger Than Life (1996) as Vera Corcoran
- The Summer of Ben Tyler (1996) as Suellen
- Through Thick & Thin (1996) as Aunt Rita
- Boys on the Side (1995) as Elaine
- Frasier (1993) as Mrs. Wojadubakowski
- Mad About You (1992) as Claire Wicker
- Bob Roberts (1992) as Mrs. Davis
- Undertow (1991)
- Law & Order (1990) as Cookie Costello
- Almost Grown (1988) as Vi Long
- Bum Rap (1988) as Drunk Woman
- Moonstruck (1987) as Mona
- Brass (1985) as Sister Mary Elizabeth
- Brothers (1984) as Flo Waters
- Don't Ask Me, Ask God (1984) as Self
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Maureen Westphall
- Madame in Manhattan (1981) as Herself
- Marathon (1980) as Anita Burton
- Trapper John, M.D. (1979) as Teresa Duvall
- All That Glitters (1977) as Nancy Langston
- It Happened at Lakewood Manor (1977) as Peggy Kenter
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Dr. Emily Hanover
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Helen Quincy
- A Matter of Wife... and Death (1975) as Helen Baker
- Bob & Carol & Ted & Alice (1973) as Alice Henderson
- Me and the Chimp (1972) as Liz Reynolds
- George M! (1970) as Ethel Levey
- Love, American Style (1969) as Gloria
- Pinocchio (1968) as Blue Fairy
- Another World (1964)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Route 66 (1960)
- The Bell Telephone Hour (1959) as Self
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Nominee
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951)
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Suellen Maples
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self - Panelist
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Anita Gillette best known for?
Anita Gillette is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Chicago Med (2015), Party Monster (2003), Blue Bloods (2010), Shake It Up (2010).
When and where was Anita Gillette born?
Anita Gillette was born on August 16, 1936 in Baltimore, Maryland, USA.
How many credits does Anita Gillette have?
Anita Gillette has accumulated over 65 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1950 to 2023.
What is Anita Gillette's background in cinema and television?
Anita Gillette, born Anita Luebben on August 16, 1936 in Baltimore, Maryland, is an American actress and singer. Over a career spanning stage, television and film, she has amassed more than sixty credited performances. Her Broadway résumé includes musical productions of Gypsy, Carnival!, Guys and Dolls, They’re Playing...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) — aged about 14
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Suellen Maples — aged about 14
- All That Glitters (1977) as Nancy Langston — aged about 40
- Chicago Med (2015) as Ruth — aged about 78
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Sheila Tripler — aged about 62
- The Bell Telephone Hour (1959) as Self — aged about 22
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