Rhea Perlman
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- March 31, 1948 in Coney Island, New York, USA
- Active Years
- 1944–2025 (82 Years)
- Total Credits
- 138 credits in database
Biography
Rhea Perlman is an American actress and writer. Born on March 31, 1948, in Coney Island, New York, USA, she is known for her work in the entertainment industry. Perlman has appeared in numerous films, including Canadian Bacon, Matilda, The Sessions, and Poms. Her television work is notable, particularly in the sitcom Cheers, where she played a head-waitress. Perlman has received recognition for her performances, with ten Emmy nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress and seven Golden Globe nominations for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series. With a career spanning over 131 credits, Perlman is a prominent figure in the acting world.
Career overview
Rhea Perlman is an American actress. She is known for her work in television and film. Perlman's acting career spans multiple decades, with a significant portion of her work being in the sitcom Cheers. She appeared in this show from 1982 to 1993.
Perlman's performance in Cheers earned her numerous award nominations. She received ten Emmy Award nominations for Outstanding Supporting Actress and won four times. Additionally, Perlman was nominated for seven Golden Globe Awards for Best Supporting Actress in a Television Series. Her work in television has been recognized with multiple award nominations.
Perlman has also appeared in various films throughout her career. Some of her notable film roles include Canadian Bacon, Matilda, The Sessions, and Poms. Her acting credits include over 130 known roles, with a focus on both television and film. Perlman was born on March 31, 1948, in Coney Island, New York.
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Full Filmography
138 titles- The Studio (2025) as Matt's Mom (voice)
- The Studio (2025) as Matt's Mom
- Too Much (2025) as Dottie
- Mid-Century Modern (2025) as Judy
- Barbie (2023) as Ruth
- Poker Face (2023) as Beatrix Hasp (voice)
- Poker Face (2023) as Beatrix Hasp
- Not Dead Yet (2023) as Janice
- Curses! (2023) as Margie (voice)
- You People (2023) as Bubby
- 13: The Musical (2022) as Grandma Ruth
- Marvelous and the Black Hole (2022) as Margot
- Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021) as Cid (voice)
- Funny Face (2021) as Fernie
- Mr. Bungle: The Night They Came Home (2020) as Spooky Narration
- Harley Quinn (2019) as Golda (voice)
- Poms (2019) as Alice
- Saving Flora (2019) as Gabriella
- The Matchmaker (2018) as Irene
- Lemon (2017) as Esther
- Me and My Grandma (2017) as Grandma
- Shooter (2016) as Supreme Court Justice Gibson
- Sing (2016) as Judith (voice)
- Must See TV: An All Star Tribute to James Burrows (2016) as Self
- I'll See You in My Dreams (2015) as Sally
- Tim and Eric's Bedtime Stories (2014) as Maureen
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013) as Estelle
- The Goldbergs (2013) as Margot Letien
- Mom (2013) as Anya
- Getting On (2013) as Crystal Buff
- Kirstie (2013) as Thelma Katz
- The Mindy Project (2012) as Annette Castellano
- Robot and Monster (2012) as Nessie (voice)
- The Sessions (2012) as Mikvah Lady
- Wilfred (2011) as Mittens
- The Trouble with Bliss (2011) as Maria (uncredited)
- Oliver's Ghost (2011) as Eloise
- Hot in Cleveland (2010) as Jacki
- Watch What Happens Live with Andy Cohen (2009) as Self - Guest
- Hung (2009)
- The Nightman Cometh: Live (2009) as Gladys
- Beethoven's Big Break (2008) as Patricia
- The Christmas Choir (2008) as Sister Agatha
- Love Comes Lately (2007) as Reisel
- The Megan Mullally Show (2006) as Self - Guest
- Crumbs (2006) as Camille Spadaro
- 10 Items or Less (2006) as Mrs. D
- Bye Bye Benjamin (2006) Executive Producer
- American Dad! (2005) as Old Stripper (voice)
- It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) as Bertha Fussy
- Fat Actress (2005) as Rhea Perlman
- Matilda's Movie Magic: The Making of 'Matilda' (2005) as Self
- Matilda's Movie Magic: The Making of 'Matilda' (2005) Thanks
- My Movie About Making 'Matilda' by Mara Wilson (2005) as Self
- Kevin Hill (2004) as Eleanor Frank
- The Ellen DeGeneres Show (2003) as Self
- What's New, Scooby-Doo? (2002) as Agnes (voice)
- NBC 75th Anniversary Special (2002) as Self
- Kate Brasher (2001) as Abbie Schaeffer
- A Tale of Two Bunnies (2000) as Thelma
- Painful Secrets (2000) as Dr. Parella
- How to Marry a Billionaire: A Christmas Tale (2000) as Jacqueline Kennedy
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Roxana Fox
- H.E. Double Hockey Sticks (1999) as Ms. Beelzebub
- The Frasier Story (1999) as Self
- Becker (1998) as Dr. Katherine Simmons
- Houdini (1998) as Esther
- In the Doghouse (1998) as Phil Markowitz
- Monty Python: Live at Aspen (1998) as Audience Member (uncredited)
- The View (1997) as Self
- Ally McBeal (1997) as Dr. Helen Tooth
- Union Square (1997) as Eileen Mulrooney
- Matilda (1996) as Zinnia Wormwood
- The Rosie O'Donnell Show (1996) as Self - Guest
- Pearl (1996) as Pearl Caraldo
- Sunset Park (1996) as Phyllis Saroka
- Carpool (1996) as Martha
- Almost Perfect (1995)
- Canadian Bacon (1995) as Deputy Honey
- The Critic (1994) as Ardeth (voice)
- The World of Jim Henson (1994) as Self (archive footage)
- Sesame Street | All-Star 25th Birthday: Stars and Street Forever! (1994) as Worm TV Host
- Spoils of War (1994) as Emma
- Frasier (1993) as Carla Tortelli
- We're Back! A Dinosaur's Story (1993) as Mother Bird (voice)
- A Place to Be Loved (1993) as Jerry Blair
- Mad About You (1992) as Mrs. Ramona DiChristophoro
- Shelley Duvall's Bedtime Stories (1992) as Narrator (voice)
- To Grandmother's House We Go (1992) as Shirley
- Class Act (1992) as Miss Simpson
- There Goes the Neighborhood (1992) as Lydia Nunn
- Roc (1991)
- The Last Halloween (1991) as Mrs. Gizborne
- Ted & Venus (1991) as Grace
- Blossom (1990) as The Godfather
- The Earth Day Special (1990) as Paula
- Disneyland's 35th Anniversary Celebration (1990) as Carla Tortelli
- Amazing Stories: The Movie II (1990) as Lois (archive footage)
- Enid Is Sleeping (1990) as Mavis
- Sesame Street: Sing Yourself Silly! (1990) as Self (archive footage)
- The Simpsons (1989) as Carla Tortelli (voice)
- Two Daddies? (1989) as Rose Johnson (voice)
- Mickey's 60th Birthday (1988) as Carla Tortelli
- Sesame Street: Put Down the Duckie (1988) as Self
- A Family Again (1988) as Aunt Dee
- The Tortellis (1987) as Carla Tortelli
- Stamp of a Killer (1987) as Claudia
- Funny, You Don't Look 200: A Constitutional Vaudeville (1987) as Maisy - Constitutional Caterer
- Matlock (1986) as Rhea Perlman
- My Little Pony (1986)
- My Little Pony: The Movie (1986) as Reeka (voice)
- Amazing Stories (1985) as Lois
- The NBC All Star Hour: Let's All Be There (1985)
- Happily Ever After (1985) as Rose Johnson (voice)
- The Ratings Game (1984) as Francine Kester
- Cheers (1982) as Carla Tortelli
- St. Elsewhere (1982) as Carla Tortelli
- Drop-Out Father (1982) as Tawney Shapiro
- National Lampoon's Movie Madness (1982) as Little Jewish Prostitute ("Municipalians")
- Love Child (1982) as June Burns
- Swap Meet (1979) as Mother
- Like Normal People (1979) as Jan
- Taxi (1978) as Zena Sherman
- Intimate Strangers (1977) as Barbara
- Mary Jane Harper Cried Last Night (1977) as Judy
- The Selling of Vince D'Angelo (1976) as Vince's Wife
- I Want to Keep My Baby! (1976) as Rae Finer
- Stalk the Wild Child (1976) as Jean
- Saturday Night Live (1975) as Self - Co-Host
- Minestrone (1975) as Tessy
- Minestrone (1975) Writer
- The Sound Sleeper (1973) Continuity
- The Sound Sleeper (1973) Production Coordinator
- Hot Dogs for Gauguin (1972) as Woman on Ferry
- The Wonderful World of Disney (1954) as Carla Tortelli LeBec
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Audience Member
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Nominee
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Rhea Perlman best known for?
Rhea Perlman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including The Studio (2025), The Studio (2025), Mid-Century Modern (2025), Barbie (2023).
When and where was Rhea Perlman born?
Rhea Perlman was born on March 31, 1948 in Coney Island, New York, USA.
How many credits does Rhea Perlman have?
Rhea Perlman has accumulated over 138 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 2025.
What is Rhea Perlman's background in cinema and television?
Rhea Perlman is an American actress and writer. Born on March 31, 1948, in Coney Island, New York, USA, she is known for her work in the entertainment industry. Perlman has appeared in numerous films, including Canadian Bacon, Matilda, The Sessions, and Poms. Her television work is notable, particularly in the sitcom C...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Harley Quinn (2019) as Golda (voice) — aged about 71
- It's Always Sunny in Philadelphia (2005) as Bertha Fussy — aged about 57
- Star Wars: The Bad Batch (2021) as Cid (voice) — aged about 73
- Brooklyn Nine-Nine (2013) as Estelle — aged about 65
- Law & Order: Special Victims Unit (1999) as Roxana Fox — aged about 51
- The Simpsons (1989) as Carla Tortelli (voice) — aged about 41
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