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Bette Midler

Birth Place: Honolulu, HI, USA

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Winner of the 2017 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical for her starring role in Hello, Dolly!, Bette Midler made her Broadway debut in Fiddler on the Roof, and even then, she understood the importance of doing matinees. Her remarkable career started while singing in New York bathhouses, where she was given the name, "The Divine Miss M."
Her record debut, "The Divine Miss M," earned her a Grammy Award for Best New Artist. In 1979, Bette made her film debut in portraying a doomed and self-destructive rock & roll singer in The Rose, for which she earned the Golden Globe for Best Actress, Academy Award nomination, and Grammy Award for Best Pop Vocal performance.
In 1988 Bette starred in Beaches, and received her third Grammy Award, Record of the Year, for the film's title song, "Wind Beneath My Wings." Midler garnered her second Best Actress Golden Globe and Academy Award nomination for Mark Rydell's For The Boys.
Additional film credits include: Down and Out in Beverly Hills, Ruthless People, Big Business, Scene's From a Mall, Hocus Pocus, The First Wives Club, The Stepford Wives, Then She Found Me and The Women.
She concluded her critically acclaimed Vegas extravaganza The Showgirl Must Go On at the Colosseum at Caesars Palace, with over 200 performances that were seen by over a half-million people in two years.
Forty years, four Grammys, four Golden Globes, three Emmys, a Tony Award and tons of record-breaking performances since she hit the scene, the "Divine Miss M" is still going strong.

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Bette Midler STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2017
Dolly Gallagher Levi

Dolly Gallagher Levi [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2013
Sue Mengers

[Broadway]
Special Benefit Production, 2002
Nora

[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1979
Performer

[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1975
Performer

[Broadway]
Concert [Broadway], 1973
Performer

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1969
Performer [Replacement]

Betty Lou [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Tzeitel [Replacement]

Rivka [Replacement]

Fruma-Sarah (Understudy) [Replacement]

Tzeitel (Understudy) [Replacement]

Bette Midler Productions

 
[Broadway, 1979]
Director

Writing

Additional Material
Playwright

Bette Midler Movies

[1971]The Thorn Virgin Mary

[1972]Scarecrow in a Garden of Cucumbers Lullabye Singer

[1979]The Rose Rose

[1982]Jinxed! Bonita Friml

[1986]Down and Out in Beverly Hills Barbara Whiteman

[1986]Ruthless People Barbara Stone

[1987]Outrageous Fortune Sandy

[1988]Beaches CC Bloom

[1988]Oliver & Company Georgette

[1988]Big Business Sadie Shelton, Sadie Ratliff

[1990]Stella Stella Claire

[1991]Scenes from a Mall Deborah

[1991]For the Boys Dixie Leonard

[1993]Hocus Pocus Winifred

[1996]The First Wives Club Brenda Morelli Cushman

[1997]That Old Feeling Lilly Leonard

[2000]Isn't She Great Jacqueline Susann

[2000]Drowning Mona Mona Dearly

[2004]The Stepford Wives Bobbie Markowitz

[2007]Then She Found Me Bernice Graves

[2008]The Women Leah Miller

[2010]Cats & Dogs: The Revenge of Kitty Galore Kitty Galore

[2012]Parental Guidance Diane Decker

[2017]Freak Show Muv

[2019]The Addams Family Grandma

[2020]The Glorias Bella Abzug

[2021]The Addams Family 2 Grandma

[2022]Hocus Pocus 2 Winifred Sanderson


Bette Midler TV Shows

Vegetable Soup Woody The Spoon voice

The Earth Day Special Mother Earth

The Simpsons Bette Midler

Gypsy Mama Rose

Seinfeld Bette Midler

The Nanny Bette Midler

Jackie's Back! Bette Midler

[ 2000-2001]Bette Bette

[ 1998-2018]Murphy Brown Caprice Feldman - Secretary #93

[ 2019-2020]The Politician Hadassah Gold

Bette Midler Awards and Nominations

BroadwayWorld Awards - 2013 - Best Leading Actress in a Play

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Solo Performance

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers

Drama League Awards - 2013 - Distinguished Performance Award

Bette Midler, I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers

Bette Midler Videos

Bette Midler News


Broadway's Cassidy Stoner To Debut At The Green Room 42 With LOOKING OUT FOR YOU, October 16

Cassidy Stoner debuts in 'Looking Out For You,' a tribute to Brandi Carlile, at The Green Room 42. Join her for a night of humor, music, and connection on October 16th.

Gerard Alessandrini's Hit New Musical FORBIDDEN BROADWAY: THE NEXT GENERATION To Play Universal Preservation Hall, October 5

Forbidden Broadway: The Next Generation, Gerard Alessandrini's hilarious musical spoof of Broadway's biggest shows and brightest stars, comes to Universal Preservation Hall on October 5. Don't miss this Tony Award-winning hit!

Photos: Singer/Songwriter Amanda McBroom Returns To Birdland Jazz

On Monday, September 18, singer/songwriter Amanda McBroom returned to the Birdland stage with her musical director/songwriting partner Michele Brourman and special guest Sally Mayes in a show titled “Such Good Friends.” See photos from the show.

KIMBERLY AKIMBO Partners with Hear Your Song for One-Night Concert at The Green Room 42

Join the Tony-winning musical Kimberly Akimbo and nonprofit organization Hear Your Song for a special concert at The Green Room 42. Experience the powerful voices of young songwriters facing serious illnesses and complex health needs. Get your tickets now!

Interview: Laural Meade on MS. TUCKER WILL SEE YOU NOW Celebrating the Life and Bawdy Humor of Sophie Tucker

In her tribute cabaret/theater act, Ms. Tucker Will See You Now, Los Angeles native Laural Meade shares her admiration of Jazz great Sophie Tucker by performing her rollicking songs, bawdy stories, and dirty jokes at the historic Gardenia Supper Club in Hollywood. It’s your chance to travel back to the glory days when such intimate settings were common place, both during and after Prohibition, where regular folks could hang out with Hollywood greats to enjoy an evening of dinner, drinks, music, and laughter in the presence of The Last of the Red Hot Mamas, a moniker Ms. Tucker earned throughout her lifetime.I spoke with Laural about the creation of her Sophie Tucker tribute show.

ALADDIN, HAMILTON, HADESTOWN & More Join Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District on Sunday, October 1, 2023, and has added more tables from beloved Broadway shows and extraordinary auction lots.

Cape Rep Theatre Presents New Musical Event TRISH LAROSE: COME ON-A MY HOUSE

Cape Rep Theatre presents new musical event 'Trish LaRose: Come on-a My House' - A one-woman musical journey featuring Trish LaRose, directed by Maura Hanlon and musical direction by Michael Dunford. Performances from October 19 to November 12.

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello Receives Impresa Award

Chicago's Cabaret Queen Denise Tomasello receives the prestigious Impresa Award from the JCCIA Joint Civic Committee of Italian Americans, honoring her accomplishments as a Chicago Italian-American woman. Tomasello is known for her versatile musical talent and engaging performances, making her the one and only Cabaret Queen of Chicago.

CINDY & THE DISCO BALL Starring Saylor Bell Curda Will Open at The Garry Marshall Theatre Next Month

This retro retelling of the Cinderella story whisks us back to the sun-kissed days and lava lamp lit nights of 1976 with an original musical score that blends the sounds of disco rhythms and Broadway musical magic.

Paul Reiser, Judy Collins, Chris Botti, and More Set For Universal Preservation Hall's Upcoming Season

Universal Preservation Hall is adding to their already hearty list of amazing acts coming in the 2023-2024 season. Learn more about the upcoming events here!

Chris Botti Comes to Segerstrom Center For the Arts in 2024

One of the most popular instrumentalists in the world for nearly three decades, Chris Botti, comes to Segerstrom Center for the Arts to perform for one memorable night, April 13, 2024. Learn more about the concert here!

Everything to Know About the 2023 Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction

It’s time to visit your Broadway happy place. The Broadway Flea Market & Grand Auction will return to the heart of New York City’s Theater District with unique collectables, unparalleled experiences and celebrated stars on Sunday, October 1, 2023.

LOVE...RECONSIDERED Premieres at Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center

The Westhampton Beach Performing Arts Center has announced it will host a premiere of the film Love...Reconsidered, a witty and charming romantic comedy. Learn more about the film here!

Birdland to Present AMANDA GREEN & FRIENDS Featuring Jenn Colella, Jarrod Spector, Jade Jones & More

BIRDLAND JAZZ CLUB will present two-time Tony-nominated and Grammy-nominated songwriter and performer Amanda Green on Monday, October 9 at 7:00 PM.

AT THIS PERFORMANCE... Returns to The Green Room 42 This Month

Stephen DeAngelis continues his ongoing salute to Broadway and Off-Broadway Standbys, Understudies and Alternates with the next edition in his monthly residency of AT THIS PERFORMANCE…

Lied Center Announces 2023-24 Virtual Season Packages

Back by popular demand, the Lied Center is again offering a virtual season package, allowing audiences to enjoy exceptional arts experiences from the comfort of home.

Alice Ripley to Present BELIEVE IT OR NOT at The Green Room 42

THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Tony Award winner Alice Ripley in her new show “Believe It or Not” on Saturday, September 3o with shows at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM.

Adrianna Hicks, Kennedy Caughell & More to Star in SEEN IN THE LINE at The Green Room 42

SEEN In the Line, will be presented on Sunday October 1 at 7:00pm at The Green Room 42.

Acclaimed Female Impersonator Randy Roberts Returns To Crazy Coqs In DRAG BECOMES HIM - AGING DISCRACEFULLY!

After sold out runs in 2018 and 2019, US female impersonator extraordinaire, Randy Roberts is returning to Crazy Coqs this month for three performances of his internationally acclaimed show, 'Drag Becomes Him - Aging Discracefully!, an old school classic drag show with a modern twist.

MS. TUCKER WILL SEE YOU NOW Continues at Gardenia Supper Club Through 2023

Ms. Tucker Will See You Now, writer and performer Laural Meade’s rollicking cabaret theater piece, continues at the historic Gardenia Supper Club in Hollywood with a monthly engagement through the end of 2023. Learn more about how to catch the show here!

Bette Midler FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Bette Midler has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.

Bette Midler has not appeared in the West End

Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly! , Best Leading Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengers , Outstanding Solo Performance (Drama Desk Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat With Sue Mengers and Special Tony Award (Tony Awards) .

Best Leading Actress in a Musical (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Outstanding Actress in a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Hello, Dolly!, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for Hello, Dolly! Best Leading Actress in a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for I'll Eat You Last: A Chat with Sue Mengersand Special Tony Award (Tony Awards).

Bette Midler has written 2 shows including Bette Midler's Clams on the Half Shell Revue (Lyricist), Bette! Divine Madness (Additional Material).

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