Annie Potts
Latest News on Annie Potts:
Review: GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT at Reynolds Performance Hall (Feb 19, 2025)
Annie Potts to Star in Industry Readings of New Solo Play WHITE LIES (Jan 16, 2025)
Patti LuPone, Michael Urie, & More Nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards (Dec 5, 2024)
Review: GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT at Reynolds Performance Hall (Feb 19, 2025)
Annie Potts to Star in Industry Readings of New Solo Play WHITE LIES (Jan 16, 2025)
Patti LuPone, Michael Urie, & More Nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards (Dec 5, 2024)
BIO
Anne Hampton Potts (born October 28, 1952) is an American actress. She was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for Corvette Summer (1978) and won a Genie Award for Heartaches (1981), before appearing in Ghostbusters (1984), Pretty in Pink (1986), Jumpin' Jack Flash (1986), Who's Harry Crumb? (1989), Ghostbusters II (1989), Ghostbusters: Afterlife (2021), and Ghostbusters: Frozen Empire (2024). She voiced Bo Peep in the Toy Story franchise (1995, 1999, and 2019) and in various Disney video games.
On television, Potts played Mary Jo Jackson Shively on the CBS sitcom Designing Women (1986–1993). She was nominated for a 1994 Primetime Emmy Award for playing Dana Palladino on the CBS sitcom Love & War (1993–1995), she played teacher Louanne Johnson on ABC drama Dangerous Minds for one season 1996–1997, and was nominated for Screen Actors Guild Awards in 1998 and 1999 for playing Mary-Elizabeth "M.E" Sims in the Lifetime drama series Any Day Now (1998–2002). Her other television credits include GCB (2012), The Fosters (2013–2018), and Young Sheldon (2017–2024).
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STAGE CREDITS
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Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
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Videos
VIDEO: Watch Patti LuPone, Zachary Levi, Anika Noni Rose and More in SOUNDTRACK OF OUR LIVES Benefit
by Chloe Rabinowitz - 2020-07-01 11:40:57
VIDEO: Meet the New Toys in the Toy Box in the Latest Trailer for TOY STORY 4
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-03-19 08:58:00
VIDEO: Woody and Bo Beep Reunite in New TOY STORY 4 Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-02-04 08:51:46
VIDEO: Who You Gonna Call? Past & Present GHOSTBUSTERS Cast Members Unite on 'Kimmel'
by Caryn Robbins - 2016-06-09 10:19:38
STAGE TUBE: PIPPIN's Orion Griffiths on Returning to the Tony-Winning Show After Injury
by Tyler Peterson - 2014-03-07 13:35:32
STAGE TUBE: Danny Burstein, Ron Raines, et al. Talk Opening Night - FOLLIES in LA!
by Stage Tube - 2012-05-14 21:18:21
STAGE TUBE: Kristin Chenoweth Sings 'Jesus Take the Wheel' on GCB!
by Nicole Rosky - 2012-03-12 12:51:37
News
Review: GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT at Reynolds Performance Hall
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 19, 2025
What did our critic think of GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT at Reynolds Performance Hall?
by Theresa Bertram - Feb 19, 2025
What did our critic think of GHOSTBUSTERS IN CONCERT at Reynolds Performance Hall?
Annie Potts to Star in Industry Readings of New Solo Play WHITE LIES
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Annie Potts will star in two industry readings of the compelling new solo play, White Lies, written by playwright Elizabeth Dewberry. Learn more about the upcoming play.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 16, 2025
Annie Potts will star in two industry readings of the compelling new solo play, White Lies, written by playwright Elizabeth Dewberry. Learn more about the upcoming play.
Patti LuPone, Michael Urie, & More Nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2024
Patti LuPone, Michael Urie, Eddie Redmayne, Bridget Everett, Martin Short, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards. Check out the full list!
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 5, 2024
Patti LuPone, Michael Urie, Eddie Redmayne, Bridget Everett, Martin Short, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards. Check out the full list!
YOUNG SHELDON Season Seven Now Streaming Exclusively On Max
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2024
In addition to the previously announced series and films coming to Max in October, all 14 episodes of the seventh season of YOUNG SHELDON are available to stream beginning THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 on Max.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 17, 2024
In addition to the previously announced series and films coming to Max in October, all 14 episodes of the seventh season of YOUNG SHELDON are available to stream beginning THURSDAY, OCTOBER 17 on Max.
THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominations; See the Full List
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
by Josh Sharpe - Jul 9, 2024
With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
44 " THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL To Have Invited New York Premiere Showcase
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
44 – THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL will have its New York premiere showcase on June 24, 25, and 26, offering a unique theatrical experience centered around the former President.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 6, 2024
44 – THE (un)OFFICIAL, (un)SANCTIONED OBAMA MUSICAL will have its New York premiere showcase on June 24, 25, and 26, offering a unique theatrical experience centered around the former President.
Photos: On the Red Carpet at The Dramatists Guild Foundation 2023 Gala
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 24, 2023
The Dramatists Guild Foundation 2023 Gala took place last night, October 24. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out all the photos here!
by Jennifer Broski - Oct 24, 2023
The Dramatists Guild Foundation 2023 Gala took place last night, October 24. BroadwayWorld was there and you can check out all the photos here!
Photos: Inside the Opening Night Party for the Final Sondheim Musical HERE WE ARE at The Shed
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 23, 2023
Explore the photos from the star-studded opening night party of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE. Featuring Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, and more, this exclusive collection takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated production.
by Bruce Glikas - Oct 23, 2023
Explore the photos from the star-studded opening night party of Sondheim's HERE WE ARE. Featuring Bobby Cannavale, Micaela Diamond, Tracie Bennett, and more, this exclusive collection takes you behind the scenes of this highly anticipated production.
Tim Allen to Perform at Hard Rock Live in January
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023
Tim Allen is coming to Hard Rock Live at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana on January 27, 2024. Get ready for a night of laughter with the star of 'Last Man Standing' and 'Toy Story 4.' Tickets go on sale October 6.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 5, 2023
Tim Allen is coming to Hard Rock Live at Hard Rock Casino Northern Indiana on January 27, 2024. Get ready for a night of laughter with the star of 'Last Man Standing' and 'Toy Story 4.' Tickets go on sale October 6.
Backyard Renaissance Announces The Cast of Yasmina Reza's GOD OF CARNAGE
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2023
In 2015, Backyard Renaissance's (BYR) first production out-of-the-gate was very much a couple-thing. Helmed by Director Lisa Berger and starring her husband Mike Sears, BYR founders, husband-and-wife team Francis Gercke and Jessica John, produced and co-starred in the production of Jez Butterworth's Parlour Song.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 8, 2023
In 2015, Backyard Renaissance's (BYR) first production out-of-the-gate was very much a couple-thing. Helmed by Director Lisa Berger and starring her husband Mike Sears, BYR founders, husband-and-wife team Francis Gercke and Jessica John, produced and co-starred in the production of Jez Butterworth's Parlour Song.
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe & More Win Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe, Brendan Fraser, Jean Smart, Amanda Seyfried, Jennifer Coolidge, and more were among the winners of Critics Choice Awards. The ceremony was hosted by Chelsea Handler. Check out the list of winners now!
by Michael Major - Jan 17, 2023
Sheryl Lee Ralph, Daniel Radcliffe, Brendan Fraser, Jean Smart, Amanda Seyfried, Jennifer Coolidge, and more were among the winners of Critics Choice Awards. The ceremony was hosted by Chelsea Handler. Check out the list of winners now!
Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry & More Nominated For TV Critics Choice Awards
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2022
Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Christine Baranski, Daniel Radcliffe, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Carol Burnett, John Lithgow, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Annie Potts, James Marsden, Chris Perfetti, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards.
by Michael Major - Dec 6, 2022
Audra McDonald, Renée Elise Goldsberry, Christine Baranski, Daniel Radcliffe, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Carol Burnett, John Lithgow, Andrew Garfield, Samuel L. Jackson, Annie Potts, James Marsden, Chris Perfetti, and more have been nominated for TV Critics Choice Awards.
BWW Review: ANNIE GET YOUR GUN at Desert Theatricals At Rancho Mirage Amphitheater
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 20, 2022
I've mentioned before that I don't generally care for musicals. Never have. I did fall in love with West Side Story as a kid, but when other movies like Oklahoma!, Carousel, Paint Your Wagon, and yes, even Annie Get Your Gun came on tv, I was outta there. This is how it has been for most of my life (although I did get to see Wicked on Broadway, and wowzer!)
by Kay Kudukis - Mar 20, 2022
I've mentioned before that I don't generally care for musicals. Never have. I did fall in love with West Side Story as a kid, but when other movies like Oklahoma!, Carousel, Paint Your Wagon, and yes, even Annie Get Your Gun came on tv, I was outta there. This is how it has been for most of my life (although I did get to see Wicked on Broadway, and wowzer!)
VIDEO: Michael J Woodard Shares 'hope full' Music Video
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2021
Championed by superstar Katy Perry on the hit television series American Idol, Woodard was signed to Unsub Records—an independent label founded by Perry herself. Since signing with Unsub, Woodard has been in the studio nonstop, strengthening his talents as a songwriter which has resulted in him writing over 130 songs in the last 18 months.
by Michael Major - Dec 15, 2021
Championed by superstar Katy Perry on the hit television series American Idol, Woodard was signed to Unsub Records—an independent label founded by Perry herself. Since signing with Unsub, Woodard has been in the studio nonstop, strengthening his talents as a songwriter which has resulted in him writing over 130 songs in the last 18 months.
VIDEO: Watch Michael J. Woodward Perform 'Hope Full' on ELLEN
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2021
Championed by superstar Katy Perry on the hit television series American Idol, Woodard was recently signed to Unsub Records—an independent label founded by Perry herself. Watch Michael J Woodard perform his latest single “Hope Full” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show now!
by Michael Major - Oct 26, 2021
Championed by superstar Katy Perry on the hit television series American Idol, Woodard was recently signed to Unsub Records—an independent label founded by Perry herself. Watch Michael J Woodard perform his latest single “Hope Full” on The Ellen DeGeneres Show now!
VIDEO: Annaleigh Ashford Takes Center Stage in CBS Fall Preview Musical Opening Number
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 9, 2021
CBS has just shared the opening number to their fall preview, led by Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford! In the dazzling opening, Ashford is joined by her fellow CBS stars Beth Behrs and Max Greenfield (The Neighborhood), Iain Armitage and Annie Potts (Young Sheldon), Folake Olowofoyeku (Bob Hearts Abishola), Wayne Brady (Let's Make a Deal) and Amanda Kloots (The Talk).
by Taylor Brethauer-Hamling - Sep 9, 2021
CBS has just shared the opening number to their fall preview, led by Tony winner Annaleigh Ashford! In the dazzling opening, Ashford is joined by her fellow CBS stars Beth Behrs and Max Greenfield (The Neighborhood), Iain Armitage and Annie Potts (Young Sheldon), Folake Olowofoyeku (Bob Hearts Abishola), Wayne Brady (Let's Make a Deal) and Amanda Kloots (The Talk).
TBS Acquires Hit Comedy YOUNG SHELDON Premiering September 27
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 17, 2021
“Young Sheldon” joins TBS’ line-up of fan-favorite and best-in-class series including WBTV’s “Friends” and “The Big Bang Theory,” the longest-running multicamera comedy in television history.
by Sarah Jae Leiber - Aug 17, 2021
“Young Sheldon” joins TBS’ line-up of fan-favorite and best-in-class series including WBTV’s “Friends” and “The Big Bang Theory,” the longest-running multicamera comedy in television history.
Project Angel Food LEAD WITH LOVE Telethon Raises Over $1.1 Million
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2021
The program opened with a surprise greeting from Ringo Starr and from that point on, donations poured in by phone, online, and text…and they're still coming in. They sent out a call for love, and Los Angeles answered with donations big and small. People calling in were not only giving $5, $10, $100, they were telling stories to volunteers about the son they lost to AIDS, or their own cancer battle, or their friend who has survived because of Project Angel Food.
by Stephi Wild - Jul 18, 2021
The program opened with a surprise greeting from Ringo Starr and from that point on, donations poured in by phone, online, and text…and they're still coming in. They sent out a call for love, and Los Angeles answered with donations big and small. People calling in were not only giving $5, $10, $100, they were telling stories to volunteers about the son they lost to AIDS, or their own cancer battle, or their friend who has survived because of Project Angel Food.
Cinnabar Theater To Present Bay Area Premiere Of ABSOLUTE BRIGHTNESS OF LEONARD PELKEY
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2021
Cinnabar Theater today announced plans to present the Bay Area premiere of playwright James Lecesne's critically acclaimed one-man play, The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey, starring renowned actor Michael Pavone in his Cinnabar Theater debut and directed by Nathan Cummings in a performance to be virtually broadcast beginning Friday, January 22 at 7 p.m., continuing with on-demand streaming through Sunday, January 31.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 4, 2021
Cinnabar Theater today announced plans to present the Bay Area premiere of playwright James Lecesne's critically acclaimed one-man play, The Absolute Brightness of Leonard Pelkey, starring renowned actor Michael Pavone in his Cinnabar Theater debut and directed by Nathan Cummings in a performance to be virtually broadcast beginning Friday, January 22 at 7 p.m., continuing with on-demand streaming through Sunday, January 31.
Nominations Announced For The 24th Family Film Awards & Telecast
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2020
The Family Film Awards announced the nominees for its 24th ceremony honoring the best of Family Television, Film, and Music and its telecast presented by DYF Entertainment. Nominees and award winners in each category are selected by a Blue Ribbon Panel made up of entertainment industry executives.
by A.A. Cristi - Dec 17, 2020
The Family Film Awards announced the nominees for its 24th ceremony honoring the best of Family Television, Film, and Music and its telecast presented by DYF Entertainment. Nominees and award winners in each category are selected by a Blue Ribbon Panel made up of entertainment industry executives.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Annie Potts been in?
Annie Potts has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Annie Potts been in?
Annie Potts has not appeared in the West End.
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