Jane Lynch
Jane Lynch is a five-time Emmy winner known for her portrayal of Sue Sylvester on Glee. She currently hosts NBC’s Weakest Link and appears in Only Murders in the Building on Hulu.
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BIO
Jane Lynch is a five-time Emmy winner known for her portrayal of Sue Sylvester on Glee. She currently hosts NBC’s Weakest Link and appears in Only Murders in the Building on Hulu. Additional television credits include The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, The Good Fight and Two and a Half Men. Lynch’s film credits include The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Julie & Julia and Best In Show. Along with Kate Flannery, Tim Davis and The Tony Guerrero Quintet, Jane tours the country with their annual holiday show, A Swingin’ Little Christmas. The album is available on all music platforms. She will appear with Kate Flannery and The Tony Guerrero Quartet in The Trouble With Angels at Steppenwolf Theatre in April 2026.
In 2009, Lynch she appeared in Nora Ephron's off-Broadway play Love, Loss, and What I Wore. Lynch made her Broadway debut as Miss Hannigan in Annie in 2013, replacing Katie Finneran. In 2022 she returned to Broadway as Rosie Brice in Funny Girl.
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Peter Francis James, Ephie Aardema, Stephen Mark Lukas, Jared Grimes, Ramin Karimloo, Beanie Feldstein, Jane Lynch, Toni DiBuono, Debra Cardona, Martin Moran, Leslie Blake Walker and Amber Ardolino
Date:
04/25/2022
From: Photos: Beanie Feldstein and the Cast of FUNNY GIRL Take Their Opening Night Bows
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]
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Awards and Nominations
Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards
Jane Lynch, Funny Girl
Videos
Video: Randy Rainbow Covers Taylor Swift For Latest Donald Trump Diss Track
by Michael Major - 2024-09-30 10:18:40
Video: Randy Rainbow Parodies FUNNY GIRL While Taking on JD Vance
by Michael Major - 2024-08-26 11:50:47
Video: Randy Rainbow Pokes Fun at Marjorie Taylor Greene in New GREASE Song Parody
by Stephi Wild - 2024-05-30 09:21:02
Video: Watch AMERICAN DAD Parody CATS In New Clip As Roger Tries to Fulfill His West End Dreams
by Michael Major - 2023-11-07 10:01:25
Exclusive: Oh My Pod U Guys- Finishing the Cat with Leslie Blake Walker
by Jayke Workman - 2023-04-30 12:00:20
Video: Watch Bernadette Peters, Kristin Chenoweth & More Honor Carol Burnett By Singing ANNIE & Sondheim on NBC Special
by Michael Major - 2023-04-27 10:05:51
VIDEO: Jane Lynch, Megan Mullally & More Star in PARTY DOWN Season Three Trailer
by Michael Major - 2023-01-26 11:14:03
VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Wants to 'Lock Him Up Yesterday' in Latest Song Parody
by Stephi Wild - 2022-08-18 09:55:53
VIDEO: Randy Rainbow Sends Thoughts and Prayers in His Latest Spoof
by Nicole Rosky - 2022-08-04 10:20:35
VIDEO: Watch Beanie Feldstein Take Her Emotional Final Curtain Call in FUNNY GIRL
by BWW Staff - 2022-07-31 19:34:32
VIDEO: Beanie Feldstein Talks FUNNY GIRL Audiences & Her Engagement on LATE NIGHT
by Michael Major - 2022-06-28 09:20:42
VIDEO: Jane Lynch Discusses Bonding With Her Mother Through FUNNY GIRL on LIVE
by Michael Major - 2022-06-02 13:46:07
VIDEO: Watch All New Footage Of Beanie Feldstein, Ramin Karimloo, Jared Grimes, Jane Lynch & More in FUNNY GIRL on Broadway
by Alan Henry - 2022-06-01 13:23:29
News
Chris Colfer Says He 'Knows Nothing' About Potential GLEE Reboot
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Amidst the flurry of news that a Glee reboot may be on the horizon, Chris Colfer, who played Kurt Hummel in the original series, shared that he has not yet been approached.
by Stephi Wild - Oct 7, 2026
Amidst the flurry of news that a Glee reboot may be on the horizon, Chris Colfer, who played Kurt Hummel in the original series, shared that he has not yet been approached.
HAPPY'S PLACE Season 3 Trailer and Key Art Released by NBC
by Rachel Stone - Oct 5, 2026
NBC released official trailer and key art for season three of HAPPY'S PLACE, the comedy series starring Reba McEntire. The new season will explore evolving relationships among the tavern's staff and patrons.
by Rachel Stone - Oct 5, 2026
NBC released official trailer and key art for season three of HAPPY'S PLACE, the comedy series starring Reba McEntire. The new season will explore evolving relationships among the tavern's staff and patrons.
Ryan Murphy Has Finished Writing a GLEE Reboot Script
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Ryan Murphy has shared that he completed the script for a reboot of Glee, and that original cast members are 'enthusiastic' about the idea. Watch the clip here.
by Stephi Wild - Sep 24, 2026
Ryan Murphy has shared that he completed the script for a reboot of Glee, and that original cast members are 'enthusiastic' about the idea. Watch the clip here.
Orville Peck to Make SF Symphony Debut in HOLIDAY GAIETY
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2026
Country music artist Orville Peck will headline the San Francisco Symphony's annual irreverent holiday variety show, featuring drag, burlesque, comedy, and orchestral music alongside conductor Edwin Outwater and drag icon Peaches Christ.
by A.A. Cristi - Sep 23, 2026
Country music artist Orville Peck will headline the San Francisco Symphony's annual irreverent holiday variety show, featuring drag, burlesque, comedy, and orchestral music alongside conductor Edwin Outwater and drag icon Peaches Christ.
Lea Michele Says If She'd Return For A Glee Reboot
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 12, 2026
Lea Michele opens up about a possible Glee reboot, telling E! News, 'I love Glee. I will always love Glee' and she'll follow Ryan Murphy anywhere.
by Marissa Faith Curley - Sep 12, 2026
Lea Michele opens up about a possible Glee reboot, telling E! News, 'I love Glee. I will always love Glee' and she'll follow Ryan Murphy anywhere.
Kat Kramer To Co-Host IT'S A MAD, MAD MAD WORLD Celebration
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2026
Kat Kramer will co-host a star-studded celebration of Stanley Kramer's 1963 comedy classic at the restored Palm Springs Historic Theatre, with proceeds benefiting the Plaza Theatre Foundation.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 10, 2026
Kat Kramer will co-host a star-studded celebration of Stanley Kramer's 1963 comedy classic at the restored Palm Springs Historic Theatre, with proceeds benefiting the Plaza Theatre Foundation.
GLEE Television Cast: Where Are They Now?
by Michael Gioia - Sep 7, 2026
It’s been more than 17 years since the hit Fox musical series 'Glee' premiered in May 2009. BroadwayWorld looks back on the show, which ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015.
by Michael Gioia - Sep 7, 2026
It’s been more than 17 years since the hit Fox musical series 'Glee' premiered in May 2009. BroadwayWorld looks back on the show, which ran for six seasons from 2009 to 2015.
Ryan Murphy Thinks it's Time to 'Revisit' GLEE With a Reboot
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Ryan Murphy has shared that he is interested in the possibility of a Glee reboot, over 17 years after the show originally premiered in 2009. Learn more here.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 29, 2026
Ryan Murphy has shared that he is interested in the possibility of a Glee reboot, over 17 years after the show originally premiered in 2009. Learn more here.
Interview: MATT JOHNSON of SWINGIN' THE DISNEY SONG BOOK! @ CAMPUS JAX NEWPORT BEACH
by Gavin Glynn - Jul 7, 2026
Noted jazz drummer and longtime Disney Cast Member Matt Johnson & The New Jet Set present “Swingin’ the Disney Songbook,” a critically acclaimed program of original retro-cool jazz arrangements of beloved hits from timeless Disney animated films, at Campus Jax in Newport Beach, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:30 PM (doors open at 5 pm).
by Gavin Glynn - Jul 7, 2026
Noted jazz drummer and longtime Disney Cast Member Matt Johnson & The New Jet Set present “Swingin’ the Disney Songbook,” a critically acclaimed program of original retro-cool jazz arrangements of beloved hits from timeless Disney animated films, at Campus Jax in Newport Beach, on Thursday, July 16, 2026, 6:30 PM (doors open at 5 pm).
July 4th Weekend Viewing Guide: Kelli O'Hara, Adrienne Warren & More Perform at 250th Independence Day Celebrations
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2026
Happy Fourth of July weekend! In honor of the 250th celebration of America, BroadwayWorld brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances from the casts of Broadway's Ragtime and Just in Time, Tony-nominated stars Megan Hilty and Josh Groban, and more.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 2, 2026
Happy Fourth of July weekend! In honor of the 250th celebration of America, BroadwayWorld brings you a guide to this year's Fourth of July television specials, featuring performances from the casts of Broadway's Ragtime and Just in Time, Tony-nominated stars Megan Hilty and Josh Groban, and more.
Review: ANNIE at Greater Boston Stage Company
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 21, 2026
What did our critic think of ANNIE at Greater Boston Stage Company?
by R. Scott Reedy - Jun 21, 2026
What did our critic think of ANNIE at Greater Boston Stage Company?
Jane Lynch and Megan Hilty Join Lineup for 2026 Boston Pops July 4 Fireworks Spectacular
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actress Jane Lynch has been tapped to host the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular and Tony- and Grammy-nominated actress Megan Hilty joins as a new special guest artist.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 16, 2026
Emmy- and Golden Globe-winning actress Jane Lynch has been tapped to host the Boston Pops Fireworks Spectacular and Tony- and Grammy-nominated actress Megan Hilty joins as a new special guest artist.
Interview: Jane Lynch Talks Friendship, Music and Mischief in THE TROUBLE WITH ANGELS
by Lucía Serrano - Mar 4, 2026
Two iconic TV characters performed by two masters of comedy. The loved-to-be-hated Sue Sylvester from “Glee,” played to perfection by Emmy Award‑winner and TV host Jane Lynch, and the hilariously unpredictable Meredith “Marge” Palmer in “The Office,” brought to life by longtime fan favorite Kate Flannery (also known for her work with The Groundlings improv company), aren’t just pillars of women in comedy—they’re very real people with precise comedic chops that shine through in The Trouble with Angels, a breezy, hour-plus of tune-filled fun at the historic Balboa Theatre on March 15.
by Lucía Serrano - Mar 4, 2026
Two iconic TV characters performed by two masters of comedy. The loved-to-be-hated Sue Sylvester from “Glee,” played to perfection by Emmy Award‑winner and TV host Jane Lynch, and the hilariously unpredictable Meredith “Marge” Palmer in “The Office,” brought to life by longtime fan favorite Kate Flannery (also known for her work with The Groundlings improv company), aren’t just pillars of women in comedy—they’re very real people with precise comedic chops that shine through in The Trouble with Angels, a breezy, hour-plus of tune-filled fun at the historic Balboa Theatre on March 15.
Second City Brings Laughs to Aventura This January
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
The Second City's famous banter will come to life in Laugh Harder, Not Smarter, presented by the City of Aventura, on Friday, January 30 at 8 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.
by Stephi Wild - Jan 9, 2026
The Second City's famous banter will come to life in Laugh Harder, Not Smarter, presented by the City of Aventura, on Friday, January 30 at 8 p.m. at the Aventura Arts & Cultural Center.
Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery to Return to Steppenwolf in THE TROUBLE WITH ANGELS
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre will present five-time Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, the hilariously charming Kate Flannery and The Tony Guerrero Quartet in The Trouble With Angels.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 9, 2025
Steppenwolf Theatre will present five-time Emmy Award winner Jane Lynch, the hilariously charming Kate Flannery and The Tony Guerrero Quartet in The Trouble With Angels.
Liz Callaway & Ann Hampton Callaway and More Join Aventura Arts & Cultural Center January Lineup
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a January lineup featuring magic, music, comedy and theatrical tributes, from interactive illusions and soulful Motown harmonies to Broadway favorites and classical favorites.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 4, 2025
The Aventura Arts & Cultural Center is kicking off the new year with a January lineup featuring magic, music, comedy and theatrical tributes, from interactive illusions and soulful Motown harmonies to Broadway favorites and classical favorites.
Cast Set For Third Annual YOU WILL BE FOUND Benefit Concert For NAMI GLAC
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
Fraser Entertainment Group will present the third annual You Will Be Found – A Benefit Concert for NAMI GLAC on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood.
by A.A. Cristi - Oct 2, 2025
Fraser Entertainment Group will present the third annual You Will Be Found – A Benefit Concert for NAMI GLAC on Sunday, November 9, 2025 at Catalina Jazz Club in Hollywood.
Glen Powell Recalls GLEE Audition with Chord Overstreet
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025
Actor Glen Powell recently recalled auditioning for the hit musical series Glee, which ran from 2009 to 2015. He competed for the role of Sam Evans alongside his friend Chord Overstreet.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 25, 2025
Actor Glen Powell recently recalled auditioning for the hit musical series Glee, which ran from 2009 to 2015. He competed for the role of Sam Evans alongside his friend Chord Overstreet.
Jane Lynch Will Host Glee Cast on CELEBRITY WEAKEST LINK
by Emmy Rice - Sep 14, 2025
The cast of Glee, the Emmy-winning musical series that ran from 2009 to 2015, is reuniting on a special episode of Celebrity Weakest Link, airing Monday, September 15, on Fox.
by Emmy Rice - Sep 14, 2025
The cast of Glee, the Emmy-winning musical series that ran from 2009 to 2015, is reuniting on a special episode of Celebrity Weakest Link, airing Monday, September 15, on Fox.
ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Sets Season 5 Companion Podcast Hosted by Michael Cyril Creighton
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025
A new companion podcast has been announced for Hulu and 20th Television’s critically acclaimed comedy series “Only Murders in the Building,' hosted and executive produced by series star Michael Cyril Creighton.
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 5, 2025
A new companion podcast has been announced for Hulu and 20th Television’s critically acclaimed comedy series “Only Murders in the Building,' hosted and executive produced by series star Michael Cyril Creighton.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Jane Lynch been in?
Jane Lynch has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Jane Lynch been in?
Jane Lynch has not appeared in the West End.
What awards has Jane Lynch been nominated for?
and Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for Funny Girl.
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