Helen Hunt
Latest News on Helen Hunt:
John Cena Set to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans (Nov 25, 2025)
Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt to Star in Royal Shakespeare Company Productions (Sep 11, 2025)
EUREKA DAY Extends at Marin Theatre Through Late September (Sep 8, 2025)
John Cena Set to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans (Nov 25, 2025)
Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt to Star in Royal Shakespeare Company Productions (Sep 11, 2025)
EUREKA DAY Extends at Marin Theatre Through Late September (Sep 8, 2025)
BIO
Hunt rose to fame portraying newlywed Jamie Buchman in the sitcom Mad About You (1992–1999), which earned her three Golden Globe Awards for Best Actress and four Primetime Emmy Awards for Lead Actress. Hunt won the Academy Award for Best Actress for starring as a single mother in the romantic comedy film As Good as It Gets (1997), and she established a film career by starring in Twister (1996), Cast Away (2000), What Women Want (2000), and Pay It Forward (2000).
Hunt made her directorial film debut with Then She Found Me (2007). For her portrayal of Cheryl Cohen-Greene in The Sessions (2012), she gained a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress. Her other notable films include Bobby (2006), Soul Surfer (2011), and The Miracle Season (2018), and she has directed the film Ride (2014), and episodes of television series, including House of Lies in 2016, This Is Us in 2016, Feud: Bette and Joan in 2017, American Housewife in 2018, and the premiere episode of the Mad About You revival in 2019.
Theatre credits include Our Town (Broadway), Life (x) 3 (Broadway), Working: A Musical (Encores!), and Eureka Day (West End).
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Helen Hunt, Andrea Burns, Tessa Grady and Javier Munoz during the Opening Night performance bows for ENCORES! Off-Center production of "Working - A Musical" at New York City Center on June 26, 2019 in New York City.
Date:
12/28/2019
From: Photo Coverage: A Look Back on the Most Memorable Performances of 2019
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
Encores! Off-Center Revival, 2019
Performer [Replacement]
[Replacement]
Awards and Nominations
winner
Olivier Awards - 1983 - Director of the Year
Terry Hands, Cyrano De Bergerac, RSC
Videos
Video: Watch a Scene From BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre With Ian Barford & Robert Sean Leonard
by Michael Major - 2025-02-27 14:12:11
VIDEO: Watch The Set Construction For OUR TOWN at Syracuse Stage
by Alan Henry - 2023-03-29 17:12:15
VIDEO: Watch Helen Hunt & Paul Reiser Talk About the MAD ABOUT YOU Reboot on TODAY SHOW
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-12-16 21:42:05
VIDEO: Watch Natalie Morales Take a Tour of the MAD ABOUT YOU Revival Set
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-11-23 17:24:50
VIDEO: Helen Hunt Talks Sad STAR WARS Cakes on THE LATE LATE SHOW WITH JAMES CORDEN
by Sarah Leiber - 2019-11-19 20:52:30
VIDEO: Lisa Kudrow Reveals She Struggled Playing Phoebe on FRIENDS
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-09-12 15:40:23
VIDEO: Sean Bean, Helen Hunt Star in WORLD ON FIRE Trailer
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-08-28 15:32:07
TV: Christopher Jackson, Helen Hunt and More Give a Sneak Peek of Encores! WORKING
by Nicole Rosky - 2019-06-20 11:26:32
VIDEO: Watch the Season Three Trailer of SHAKESPEARE UNCOVERED Featuring Helen Hunt, F. Murray Abraham, Brian Cox and More
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-09-17 15:06:04
VIDEO: Helen Hunt Reveals She Is Ready For A MAD ABOUT YOU Reboot on THE ELLEN SHOW
by Macon Prickett - 2018-04-12 09:38:09
VIDEO: James Corden, Helen Hunt, Ben Schwartz, & Chris O'Dowd Investigate Who Bit Beyonce
by Macon Prickett - 2018-03-30 08:16:13
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - 'Helen Hunt' Episode of DC'S LEGENDS OF TOMORROW
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-11-08 07:09:16
STAGE TUBE: Watch Trailers for FOX's 2016-17 Season Pickups - THE EXORCIST, LETHAL WEAPON & More!
by Tyler Peterson - 2016-05-16 18:10:58
News
John Cena Set to Join FAN EXPO New Orleans
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
Fans of John Cena like to chant his famous 'You Can't See Me' catchphrase. But they certainly will be able to see the 16-time WWE champion, actor and best-selling author when he attends FAN EXPO New Orleans.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 25, 2025
Fans of John Cena like to chant his famous 'You Can't See Me' catchphrase. But they certainly will be able to see the 16-time WWE champion, actor and best-selling author when he attends FAN EXPO New Orleans.
Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt to Star in Royal Shakespeare Company Productions
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt will be starring in upcoming productions at The Royal Shakespeare Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 11, 2025
Kenneth Branagh and Helen Hunt will be starring in upcoming productions at The Royal Shakespeare Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets here!
EUREKA DAY Extends at Marin Theatre Through Late September
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025
Marin Theatre has extended its production of Jonathan Spector’s Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Sep 8, 2025
Marin Theatre has extended its production of Jonathan Spector’s Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
Photos: EUREKA DAY at Marin Theatre
by Emmy Rice - Aug 30, 2025
Marin Theatre kicks off its 2025/26 season with Jonathan Spector’s acclaimed play Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company in a new production that reunites almost all of its original cast and creative team.
by Emmy Rice - Aug 30, 2025
Marin Theatre kicks off its 2025/26 season with Jonathan Spector’s acclaimed play Eureka Day presented in partnership with Aurora Theatre Company in a new production that reunites almost all of its original cast and creative team.
MTI Acquires HITS MUSICALS COLLECTION From Lively McCabe Entertainment
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025
Music Theatre International has acquired the rights to the “Hits Musicals Collection” from Lively McCabe Entertainment, the theatrical development company behind Clue and Mystic Pizza. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 29, 2025
Music Theatre International has acquired the rights to the “Hits Musicals Collection” from Lively McCabe Entertainment, the theatrical development company behind Clue and Mystic Pizza. Learn more!
Cena, Carpenter, BACK TO THE FUTURE Reunion Expand FAN EXPO Philadelphia Celebrity Guest List
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
With one month to go and counting, the FAN EXPO Philadelphia celebrity lineup today grew in three major directions with the addition of WWE wrestling legend John Cena and more. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 16, 2025
With one month to go and counting, the FAN EXPO Philadelphia celebrity lineup today grew in three major directions with the addition of WWE wrestling legend John Cena and more. Learn more!
Broadway Streaming Guide April 2025: Where to Watch ÉTOILE, Y2K, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Spring has sprung, and as April kicks off, a selection of new titles for the Broadway fan will be available to stream. Take a look at the lineup here, which includes the Rachel Zegler flick Y2K, the dance series Étoile, and more!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2025
Spring has sprung, and as April kicks off, a selection of new titles for the Broadway fan will be available to stream. Take a look at the lineup here, which includes the Rachel Zegler flick Y2K, the dance series Étoile, and more!
Mel Gibson, Danny Glover, Steve Guttenberg, Helen Hunt Join FAN EXPO Philadelphia
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
The already star-studded FAN EXPO Philadelphia guest lineup just got an other huge boost with Mel Gibson, Danny Glover and more. See who else is taking part and learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025
The already star-studded FAN EXPO Philadelphia guest lineup just got an other huge boost with Mel Gibson, Danny Glover and more. See who else is taking part and learn more!
Special Offer: BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre
by BWW Special Offer - Mar 21, 2025
Special Offer for 'Betrayal' at Goodman Theatre -- must close March 30. Stage and screen stars Helen Hunt (Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe Awards), Robert Sean Leonard (Tony Award) and Ian Barford (Tony Award nominee) form the “eternal triangle” in Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Pinter’s famed masterwork.
by BWW Special Offer - Mar 21, 2025
Special Offer for 'Betrayal' at Goodman Theatre -- must close March 30. Stage and screen stars Helen Hunt (Oscar, Emmy, Golden Globe Awards), Robert Sean Leonard (Tony Award) and Ian Barford (Tony Award nominee) form the “eternal triangle” in Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Pinter’s famed masterwork.
Video: HACKS Sets Season 4 Premiere; Watch the First Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2025
Season four of the Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award-winning Max Original comedy series Hacks debuts Thursday, April 10 at 6:00 P.M. on Max. Watch the new trailer now!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 11, 2025
Season four of the Emmy, Golden Globe, and Critics Choice Award-winning Max Original comedy series Hacks debuts Thursday, April 10 at 6:00 P.M. on Max. Watch the new trailer now!
Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, & More Join Season Four of HACKS
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2025
The Max Original comedy series HACKS has added Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, Bresha Webb, Robby Hoffman, and Eric Balfour as guest stars to the highly anticipated fourth season, debuting this spring.
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 4, 2025
The Max Original comedy series HACKS has added Julianne Nicholson, Michaela Watkins, Bresha Webb, Robby Hoffman, and Eric Balfour as guest stars to the highly anticipated fourth season, debuting this spring.
Video: Watch a Scene From BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre With Ian Barford & Robert Sean Leonard
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2025
Watch this a video from the Goodman Theatre's starry revival of BETRAYAL, featuring Ian Barford (ROBERT) and Robert Sean Leonard (JERRY). Joining them in the production is Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt as Emma.
by Michael Major - Feb 27, 2025
Watch this a video from the Goodman Theatre's starry revival of BETRAYAL, featuring Ian Barford (ROBERT) and Robert Sean Leonard (JERRY). Joining them in the production is Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt as Emma.
Photos: Helen Hunt & Robert Sean Leonard in BETRAYAL Revival at the Goodman Theatre
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2025
Get a first look at Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Harold Pinter’s Nobel Prize-winning drama Betrayal. The trio at its heart are portrayed by Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt as Emma; Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard as Jerry; and Tony Award nominee and Outer Critics Circle Award winner Ian Barford as Robert, with Jeff Award nominee Nico Grelli as the Waiter.
by Joshua Wright - Feb 25, 2025
Get a first look at Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Harold Pinter’s Nobel Prize-winning drama Betrayal. The trio at its heart are portrayed by Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt as Emma; Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard as Jerry; and Tony Award nominee and Outer Critics Circle Award winner Ian Barford as Robert, with Jeff Award nominee Nico Grelli as the Waiter.
Review: BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre
by Zac Thriffiley - Feb 19, 2025
Under the direction of artistic director Susan V. Booth and bolstered by actors at the heights of their craft, the Goodman’s BETRAYAL provides audiences with a sincere and sympathetic take on a modern classic.
by Zac Thriffiley - Feb 19, 2025
Under the direction of artistic director Susan V. Booth and bolstered by actors at the heights of their craft, the Goodman’s BETRAYAL provides audiences with a sincere and sympathetic take on a modern classic.
BETRAYAL Extended Again At Goodman Theatre
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025
It's opening night for Susan V. Booth's major revival of Harold Pinter's Nobel Prize-winning drama Betrayal—which extends a second time by popular demand with eight additional performances.
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 18, 2025
It's opening night for Susan V. Booth's major revival of Harold Pinter's Nobel Prize-winning drama Betrayal—which extends a second time by popular demand with eight additional performances.
FAT HAM & BETRAYAL Extend at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present additional performances for both of its current productions: James Ijames' Fat Ham and Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Betrayal. Learn more!
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 6, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present additional performances for both of its current productions: James Ijames' Fat Ham and Susan V. Booth’s major revival of Betrayal. Learn more!
Harold Pinter's BETRAYAL Begins Performances At Goodman Theatre In February
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present Artistic Director Susan V. Booth's new production of Harold Pinter's Nobel Prize-winning drama, Betrayal. Starring Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt, Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard, and Tony Award nominee and Outer Critics Circle Award winner Ian Barford.
by A.A. Cristi - Jan 17, 2025
Goodman Theatre will present Artistic Director Susan V. Booth's new production of Harold Pinter's Nobel Prize-winning drama, Betrayal. Starring Oscar, Emmy and Golden Globe Award winner Helen Hunt, Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard, and Tony Award nominee and Outer Critics Circle Award winner Ian Barford.
THE LIZARD Y EL SOL Comes to the Goodman This Month
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Warm up winter with the interactive storytelling, colorful puppets, music and dancing of The Lizard y El Sol—an all-ages event the whole family can enjoy. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jan 7, 2025
Warm up winter with the interactive storytelling, colorful puppets, music and dancing of The Lizard y El Sol—an all-ages event the whole family can enjoy. Learn more here!
Robert Sean Leonard Joins Helen Hunt And Ian Barford in BETRAYAL at Goodman Theatre
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Robert Sean Leonard will join Helen Hunt and Ian Barford in a revival of BETRAYAL, directed by Susan V. Booth. Learn how to purchase tickets.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 15, 2024
Robert Sean Leonard will join Helen Hunt and Ian Barford in a revival of BETRAYAL, directed by Susan V. Booth. Learn how to purchase tickets.
Standing Ovations Live and Broadway Utica Will Present TWISTER Screening and Live Conversation with Helen Hunt
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2024
Join Helen Hunt for a special screening of TWISTER at the Broadway Theatre League of Utica on October 30, 2024. Enjoy an evening of cinematic excitement and behind-the-scenes insights.
by A.A. Cristi - Aug 13, 2024
Join Helen Hunt for a special screening of TWISTER at the Broadway Theatre League of Utica on October 30, 2024. Enjoy an evening of cinematic excitement and behind-the-scenes insights.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Helen Hunt been in?
Helen Hunt has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Helen Hunt been in?
Helen Hunt has appeared on London's West End in 1 shows.
What awards has Helen Hunt been nominated for?
and Director of the Year (Olivier Awards) for Cyrano De Bergerac, RSC.
What awards has Helen Hunt won?
Helen Hunt has won the Director of the Year award at the Olivier Awards for Cyrano De Bergerac with the Royal Shakespeare Company (RSC).
What was Helen Hunt's first West End show?
Helen Hunt's first West End show was Eureka Day which opened in 2022
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