Bebe Neuwirth
Biography
Bebe Neuwirth is an American actress, singer, and dancer born on December 31, 1958, in Princeton, New Jersey, USA. She is known for her work in television and on stage. Neuwirth originated the role of Velma Kelly in the revival of Chicago and played the role of Morticia Addams in The Addams Family musical. She also portrayed Dr. Lilith Sternin, the ex-wife of Dr. Frasier Crane, in both the TV sitcom Cheers and its spin-off Frasier. Neuwirth has appeared in numerous films and television shows, with over 110 known credits. She has a high content score of 100 and is recognized for her acting work.
Career overview
Bebe Neuwirth is an American actress known for her work in television and stage productions. She has appeared in numerous television shows and has a long history of working in the entertainment industry. Neuwirth's television credits include starring roles in TV sitcoms, as well as recurring guest appearances in other series.
One of Neuwirth's most notable television roles is her portrayal of a character in the TV sitcom Cheers, in which she had a starring role. She also appeared in the spin-off series Frasier, playing a recurring guest role. In addition to her television work, Neuwirth has also had a successful stage career, originating roles in several notable productions.
On stage, Neuwirth is known for originating the role of Velma Kelly in the revival of Chicago and for her portrayal of a character in The Addams Family musical. Her work in these productions has contributed to her reputation as a talented and versatile actress. Neuwirth's extensive career in both television and stage productions has made her a well-known figure in the entertainment industry.
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112 titles- Jumanji: Open World (2026) as Nora
- Don't Say Good Luck (2026)
- This Ordinary Thing (2025) as Self (voice)
- Broadway's Leading Ladies (2025) as Self
- Frasier (2023) as Dr. Lilith Sternin
- Captain Fall (2023) as Alexis Fall (voice)
- Julia (2022) as Avis
- Teenage Euthanasia (2021) as Baba (voice)
- tick, tick... BOOM! (2021) as "Sunday" Legend #9
- Ultra City Smiths (2021) as Lady Andrea The Giant (voice)
- Stars in the House (2020) as Self - Special Guest
- The Flight Attendant (2020) as Diana Carlisle
- Duncanville (2020) as Patricia (voice)
- Modern Persuasion (2020) as Vanessa PErry
- Jumanji: The Next Level (2019) as Nora
- The Good Fight (2017) as Judge Claudia Friend
- DuckTales (2017) as Emma Glamour (voice)
- Humor Me (2017) as C.C. Rudin
- Match Game (2016) as Self - Panelist
- Madam Secretary (2014) as Nadine Tolliver
- Over the Garden Wall (2014) as Margueritte Grey (voice)
- Just Gender (2013)
- Cabaret: The Musical That Changed Musicals (2013) as Self
- Browsers (2013) as Julianna Mancuso-Bruni
- Jerome's Bouquet (2013) Director
- Defiant Requiem (2012) as (voice)
- Blue Bloods (2010) as Kelly Peterson
- The Good Wife (2009) as Judge Claudia Friend
- The Cleveland Show (2009)
- Bored to Death (2009) as Caroline Taylor
- Fame (2009) as Ms. Kraft
- Adopt a Sailor (2008) as Patricia
- Chicago: The Musical (2006)
- Game 6 (2006) as Joanna Bourne
- Law & Order: Trial by Jury (2005) as Tracey Kibre
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self - Guest
- The Big Bounce (2004) as Alison Ritchie
- Frasier: Analyzing the Laughter (2004) as Dr. Lilith Sternin
- Broadway's Lost Treasures II (2004) as Host (segment "All Singing, All Dancing")
- How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003) as Lana Jong
- The Adventures of Tom Thumb and Thumbelina (2003) as Thumbelina's Mother (voice)
- Le Divorce (2003) as Julia Manchevering
- VH1 Goes Inside (2003)
- Cyberchase (2002) as Binky the Cat (voice)
- Hack (2002) as Faith O'Connor
- Tadpole (2002) as Diane Lodder
- The Concert for New York City (2001)
- Sounds from a Town I Love (2001)
- My Favorite Broadway: The Love Songs (2001) as Self - Performer
- Deadline (2000) as Nikki Masucci
- An Extremely Goofy Movie (2000) as Sylvia Marpole (voice)
- Cupid & Cate (2000) as Francesca
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Nina Laszlo
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Tracey Kibre
- The Late Late Show with Craig Kilborn (1999) as Self - Guest
- Strangers with Candy (1999) as Bebe Neuwirth
- Summer of Sam (1999) as Gloria
- Dash and Lilly (1999) as Dorothy Parker
- Getting to Know You (1999) as Trix
- Liberty Heights (1999) as Ada Kurtzman
- My Favorite Broadway: The Leading Ladies (1999) as Self - Performer
- Will & Grace (1998) as Bebe Neuwirth
- The Faculty (1998) as Principal Valerie Drake
- Celebrity (1998) as Nina - the Hooker
- An All Dogs Christmas Carol (1998) as Anabelle / Belladonna (voice)
- The View (1997) as Self
- Pepper Ann (1997) as Ms. Bladdar (voice)
- Pepper Ann (1997) as Ms. Bronte Bladdar (voice)
- The Music of Kander & Ebb: Razzle Dazzle (1997) as Self (archive footage)
- The Daily Show (1996) as Self
- Sabrina, the Teenage Witch (1996) as Juliette
- All Dogs Go To Heaven: The Series (1996) as Anabelle (voice)
- Jungle Cubs (1996)
- All Dogs Go to Heaven 2 (1996) as Anabelle (voice)
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- The Adventures of Pinocchio (1996) as Felinet
- The Associate (1996) as Camille Scott
- Dear Diary (1996) as Annie
- NewsRadio (1995) as Sandi Angelini
- Freakazoid! (1995) as Deadpan (voice)
- Jumanji (1995) as Nora Shepherd
- Aladdin (1994)
- Duckman (1994) as Tamara La Boinque (voice)
- The Magic School Bus (1994) as Flora Whiff (voice)
- Late Show with David Letterman (1993) as Self - Musical Guest
- Frasier (1993) as Lilith Sternin
- The Adventures of Pete & Pete (1993) as The Mailcarrier
- Malice (1993) as Det. Dana Harris
- Wild Palms (1993) as Tabba Schwartzkopf
- The Paint Job (1993) as Margaret
- Bugsy (1991) as Countess di Frasso
- Wings (1990) as Dr. Lilith Sternin-Crane
- Green Card (1990) as Lauren Adler
- Unspeakable Acts (1990) as Susan Maxwell
- Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Celebration (1990) as Dr. Lilith Sternin
- Without Her Consent (1990) as Gloria Allred
- Say Anything... (1989) as Mrs. Evans
- The Famous Teddy Z (1989)
- Star Trek: The Next Generation (1987) as Lanel
- Jeopardy! (1984) as Self
- Cheers (1982) as Lilith Sternin
- Late Night with David Letterman (1982) as Self
- Fame (1982)
- Simon & Simon (1981)
- A Chorus Line (1980) as Lois / Ballet Dancer
- Great Performances (1971) as Self
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Presenter
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as Dr. Lilith Sternin
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Francesca
- The George Lucas Talk Show: Live as Self
- Broadway: The Next Generation as Self
- I Came with Earrings
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Bebe Neuwirth best known for?
Bebe Neuwirth is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Jumanji: Open World (2026), Don't Say Good Luck (2026), tick, tick... BOOM! (2021), Stars in the House (2020).
When and where was Bebe Neuwirth born?
Bebe Neuwirth was born on December 31, 1958 in Princeton, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Bebe Neuwirth have?
Bebe Neuwirth has accumulated over 112 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1951 to 2026.
What is Bebe Neuwirth's background in cinema and television?
Bebe Neuwirth is an American actress, singer, and dancer born on December 31, 1958, in Princeton, New Jersey, USA. She is known for her work in television and on stage. Neuwirth originated the role of Velma Kelly in the revival of Chicago and played the role of Morticia Addams in The Addams Family musical. She also por...