Brett Butler
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- January 30, 1958 in Montgomery, Alabama, USA
- Active Years
- 1975–2022 (48 Years)
- Total Credits
- 34 credits in database
Biography
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Name: Brett Butler (born Brett Anderson).
Birth Date: January 30, 1958.
Place of Birth: Montgomery, Alabama, USA.
Professions: American actress, writer, stand-up comedian, producer.
Stand-up details: Performed in clubs across the United States; appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Family: Eldest of five sisters.
Notable Works:
Grace Under Fire (title role).
Anger Management.
The Walking Dead.
Vampire Bats.
The Comedian.
Age Out.
Totally Bill Hicks.
Bruno.
Credits: 32 known credits (TMDB).
Brett Butler, born Brett Anderson on January 30, 1958, is an American actress, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian. Born in Montgomery, Alabama, she is the eldest of five sisters. Butler gained recognition as a stand-up comedian through performances in clubs across the United States and appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. Her acting credits include the title role in the comedy series Grace Under Fire. Other works associated with her include Anger Management, The Walking Dead, Vampire Bats, The Comedian, Age Out, Totally Bill Hicks, and Bruno. She has 32 known credits.
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Career overview
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Name: Brett Butler (born Brett Anderson).
Birthdate: January 30, 1958.
Birthplace: Montgomery, Alabama, USA.
Professions: Actress, writer, stand-up comedian, producer.
Stand-up career: Performed in clubs across the United States; appeared on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
Acting credits:
Grace Under Fire (title role).
Anger Management.
The Walking Dead.
Vampire Bats.
The Comedian.
Age Out.
Totally Bill Hicks.
Bruno.
Personal: Eldest of five sisters.
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Brett Butler, born Brett Anderson on January 30, 1958, in Montgomery, Alabama, is an American actress, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian. Before her acting career, she gained recognition as a stand-up comedian. She performed in clubs throughout the United States and made appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno. She is the eldest of five sisters.
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In her acting career, Butler is known for playing the title role in the comedy series Grace Under Fire. Her various credits include work on Anger Management and The Walking Dead. Other projects associated with her include Vampire Bats, The Comedian, Age Out, Totally Bill Hicks, and Bruno. She has a total of 32 known credits.
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Brett Butler, born Brett Anderson on January 30, 1958, in Montgomery, Alabama, is an American actress, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian. She is the eldest of five sisters. Butler initially gained recognition as a stand-up comedian, performing in clubs across the United States. During this time, she made appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
As an actress, Butler is recognized for playing the title role in the comedy series Grace Under Fire. Her professional credits include roles in Anger Management and The Walking Dead. Her body of work also includes Vampire Bats, The Comedian, Age Out, Totally Bill Hicks, and Bruno. Butler has 32 known credits and is recognized for her work as an actor, producer, and writer.
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"Brett Butler, born Brett Anderson on January 30, 1958, in Montgomery, Alabama, is an American actress, writer, producer, and stand-up comedian. She is the eldest of five sisters. Butler initially gained recognition as a stand-up comedian, performing in clubs across the United States. During this time, she made appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson and The Tonight Show with Jay Leno.
As an actress, Butler is recognized for playing the title role in the comedy series Grace Under Fire. Her professional credits include roles in Anger Management and The Walking Dead. Her body of work also includes Vampire Bats, The Comedian, Age Out, Totally Bill Hicks, and Bruno. Butler has 32 known credits and is recognized for her work as an actor, producer, and writer."
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Full Filmography
34 titles- Dark Side of Comedy (2022) as Self
- The Morning Show (2019) as Sandy Jackson
- Age Out (2018) as Ms. LaField
- The Comedian (2016) as Brett Butler
- How to Get Away with Murder (2014) as Trishelle Pratt
- The Leftovers (2014) as Sandy
- Why We Laugh: Funny Women (2013) as Self
- Anger Management (2012) as Brett
- The Walking Dead (2010) as Tammy Rose Sutton
- Archer (2009) as Trish (voice)
- Celebrity Ghost Stories (2009) as Self
- The Southern Belles of Comedy (2009) as Herself
- Mrs. Harris (2006) as Tarnower's Ex #1
- My Name Is Earl (2005) as Connie Darville
- Vampire Bats (2005) as Shelly Beaudraux
- Comedy Knockouts (2003) as Self (archive footage)
- Pet Star (2002) as Self - Judge
- Militia (2000) as Bobbi
- Bruno (2000) as Sister Della Rosa
- Totally Bill Hicks (1998) as Self
- The Rosie O'Donnell Show (1996) as Self
- E! True Hollywood Story (1996)
- The Drew Carey Show (1995) as Grace Kelly
- Women of the House (1995) as Self
- Ellen (1994) as Grace Kelly
- Intimate Portrait (1993) as Self (archive footage)
- Grace Under Fire (1993) as Grace Kelly
- Grace Under Fire (1993) Producer
- Brett Butler: The Child Ain't Right (1993) as herself
- Brett Butler: The Child Ain't Right (1993) Writer
- The Larry Sanders Show (1992) as Brett Butler
- LIVE with Kelly and Mark (1988) as Self
- Dolly (1987) as Self
- People's Choice Awards (1975) as Self - Host
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Brett Butler best known for?
Brett Butler is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Morning Show (2019), How to Get Away with Murder (2014), The Leftovers (2014), Anger Management (2012).
When and where was Brett Butler born?
Brett Butler was born on January 30, 1958 in Montgomery, Alabama, USA.
How many credits does Brett Butler have?
Brett Butler has accumulated over 34 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1975 to 2022.
What is Brett Butler's background in cinema and television?
Subject: Brett Butler (Acting). Goal: Write a factual identity profile. Constraints: Use ONLY provided sources. No invented details. Original, neutral, encyclopedic prose. Plain text only (no markdown, no asterisks, no headings, no bullet points). Word count: 90-130 words. No preamble, no JSON, no surrounding quotes. N...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- People's Choice Awards (1975) as Self - Host — aged about 17
- The Walking Dead (2010) as Tammy Rose Sutton — aged about 52
- Archer (2009) as Trish (voice) — aged about 51
- Pet Star (2002) as Self - Judge — aged about 44
- How to Get Away with Murder (2014) as Trishelle Pratt — aged about 56
- The Morning Show (2019) as Sandy Jackson — aged about 61
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