Heather Burns
Biography
Heather Burns is an American actress born on April 7, 1975, in Chicago, Illinois. She is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Burns has appeared in a number of films, including Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice, and Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous. She has also starred in the film What's Your Number?. Additionally, Burns has held a recurring role in a TV show opposite Zach Galifianakis. She is married to actor Ajay Naidu. Burns' father, Jim Burns, played basketball for the Chicago Bulls. She has appeared in films with Sandra Bullock, including Miss Congeniality and Two Weeks Notice. Burns has also been in other films such as You've Got Mail and Bewitched.
Career overview
Heather Burns is an American actress known for her work in a number of films. She has appeared in several romantic comedies, including Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice, and Bewitched. Burns has also starred in the films What's Your Number? and held a recurring role in an unspecified TV show opposite Zach Galifianakis.
Burns has worked with actress Sandra Bullock in several films, including Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice, and Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous. Her filmography also includes You've Got Mail and the film Julia.
Burns has a diverse filmography, with roles in a range of films. Her acting credits include 42 films and TV shows. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, and is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts.
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Full Filmography
43 titles- Brenda (2026) as Ms. Johansen
- The Best You Can (2025) as Rosemary
- Princeton's in the Mix (2023) as Beth
- Social Distance (2020) as Deb
- The Politician (2019) as Mary McCutcheon
- The Good Fight (2017) as Toni Hedger
- Brave New Jersey (2017) as Lorraine Davison
- Manchester by the Sea (2016) as Jill
- Blindspot (2015) as Kathy Gustafson aka Electra
- Sneaky Pete (2015) as Trish
- Save Me (2013) as Jenna Dennings
- Elementary (2012) as Chloe Butler
- The Fitzgerald Family Christmas (2012) as Erin Fitzgerald
- What's Your Number? (2011) as Eileen
- Mister Handsome (2011) as Emily
- Valley of the Sun (2011) as Betsy
- Ashes (2011) as Jasmine
- Ashes (2011) Writer
- Blue Bloods (2010) as Sister Mary
- Weakness (2010) as Julia
- Bored to Death (2009) as Leah
- The Unusuals (2009)
- Breaking Upwards (2009) as Hannah
- Choke (2008) as Internet Date / Gwen
- Beer for My Horses (2008) as Lobster Claw
- Watching the Detectives (2007) as Denise
- Twenty Good Years (2006) as Stella Mason
- The Groomsmen (2006) as Jules
- Bewitched (2005) as Nina
- Miss Congeniality 2: Armed and Fabulous (2005) as Cheryl Frasier
- Perception (2005) as Ramona
- Why I Love 'Bewitched' (2005) as Self
- Casting a Spell: Making 'Bewitched' (2005) as Self
- Brooklyn Lobster (2005) as Kerry Miller
- Kill the Poor (2003) as Scarlet
- Two Weeks Notice (2002) as Meryl Brooks
- Law & Order: Criminal Intent (2001) as Claire Quinn
- Miss Congeniality (2000) as Cheryl Frasier
- The Beat (2000) as Beatrice Felsen
- The $treet (2000) as Joanne Sacker
- You Are Here* (2000) as Lydia
- You've Got Mail (1998) as Christina Plutzker
- Law & Order (1990) as Lana Madison
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Heather Burns best known for?
Heather Burns is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Politician (2019), The Good Fight (2017), Manchester by the Sea (2016), Blindspot (2015).
When and where was Heather Burns born?
Heather Burns was born on April 7, 1975 in Chicago, Illinois, USA.
How many credits does Heather Burns have?
Heather Burns has accumulated over 43 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1990 to 2026.
What is Heather Burns's background in cinema and television?
Heather Burns is an American actress born on April 7, 1975, in Chicago, Illinois. She is a graduate of New York University's Tisch School of the Arts. Burns has appeared in a number of films, including Miss Congeniality, Two Weeks Notice, and Miss Congeniality 2: Armed & Fabulous. She has also starred in the film What'...