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Lainie Kazan

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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BIO

Lainie Kazan is an American actress and singer. She was nominated for the Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Guest Actress in a Drama Series for St. Elsewhere and the 1993 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical for My Favorite Year.

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STAGE CREDITS

Rags
[New York]
New York Concert, 2006
Rachel
The Vagina Monologues
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1999
Performer [Replacement]
[Replacement]
The Government Inspector
[Broadway]
1994
Anna
My Favorite Year
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1992
Belle Steinberg Carroca
Performer
Belle Steinberg Carroca
Performer
Seesaw
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1973
[Replacement]
[Replacement]
Funny Girl
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1964
Ensemble/Other Roles
Vera
Showgirl
Ensemble/Other Roles
Vera
Showgirl
Fanny Brice (Saint Tome (Sao Tome) and Principe)
(St. Louis, MO (Regional))
(Standby)
Bravo Giovanni
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1962
Singer
La Contessa
Singer
La Contessa
The Happiest Girl in the World
[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 1961
Theodora
Singer
Theodora
Juno (Understudy)
Spartan Woman (Understudy)
Myrrhina (Understudy)
Spartan Woman (Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Myrrhina (Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Juno (Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
(Unknown)
Kittiwake Island
[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 1960
Performer
Show Boat
[US Tour]
Touring Revival, 1979
[Replacement]
[Replacement]

Movies

Dayton's Devils
[ 1968 ] Leda Martell
Lady in Cement
[ 1968 ] Maria Baretto
Romance of a Horsethief
[ 1971 ] Estusha
One from the Heart
[ 1981 ] Maggie
My Favorite Year
[ 1982 ] Belle Steinberg Carroca
Lust in the Dust
[ 1984 ] Marguerita
The Journey of Natty Gann
[ 1985 ] Connie
The Delta Force
[ 1986 ] Sylvia Goldman
Medium Rare
[ 1987 ] Helga Cost
Harry and the Hendersons
[ 1987 ] Irene Moffitt
Out of the Dark
[ 1988 ] Hooker, Nancy
Beaches
[ 1988 ] Leona Bloom
29th Street
[ 1991 ] Mrs. Pesce
I Don't Buy Kisses Anymore
[ 1992 ] Sarah Fishbine
The Cemetery Club
[ 1993 ] Selma
Movies Money Murder
[ 1993 ] Sylvia
The Associate
[ 1996 ] Cindy Mon
Love Is All There Is
[ 1996 ] Sadie
Allie & Me
[ 1997 ] Camille Alexander
The Big Hit
[ 1998 ] Jeanne Shulman
The Unknown Cyclist
[ 1998 ] Rachel
If You Only Knew
[ 1999 ] Bess
Kimberly
[ 1999 ] Hanna
The Crew
[ 2000 ] Pepper Lowenstein
What's Cooking?
[ 2000 ] Ruth Seelig
Bruno
[ 2000 ] Sister Mary Perpetua
My Big Fat Greek Wedding
[ 2002 ] Maria Portokalos
Eight Crazy Nights
[ 2002 ] Old Woman'singing
A Good Night to Die
[ 2003 ] Diane
Gigli
[ 2003 ] Mother
Whiskey School
[ 2005 ] Hedy Seligman
Red Riding Hood
[ 2006 ] Grandma
Bratz
[ 2007 ] Bubbie
You Don't Mess with the Zohan
[ 2008 ] Gail
Beau Jest
[ 2008 ] Miriam Goldman
Oy Vey! My Son Is Gay!!
[ 2009 ] Shirley Hirsch
Expecting Mary
[ 2010 ] Lillian Littlefeather
Divorce Invitation
[ 2012 ] Elaine Lipnicks
Finding Joy
[ 2013 ] Gloria
Pixels
[ 2015 ] Mickey Lamonsoff
Pearly Gates
[ 2015 ] Millie
My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2
[ 2016 ] Maria
Garlic & Gunpowder
[ 2017 ] Rose Lusconi, Sonny's Mother
The Amityville Murders
[ 2018 ] AngelaNonnaBrigante
Tango Shalom
[ 2021 ] Leah Zlotkin

TV Shows

Hotel
Beatrice Dolan, Fay Wells
St. Elsewhere
Frieda Fiscus, Mrs. Fiscus
The Nanny
Aunt Freida, Freida
The Paper Chase
Rose Samuels
Touched by an Angel
Aunt Meg, Doris Bernstein

Awards and Nominations

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 1993 - Best Actress - Musical

Lainie Kazan, My Favorite Year

Tony Awards - 1993 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical

Lainie Kazan , My Favorite Year

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ALL EYES ON: LAINIE KAZAN Richard Jay-Alexander Shares His Chat and Visit With The Ic Photo
ALL EYES ON: LAINIE KAZAN Richard Jay-Alexander Shares His Chat and Visit With The Iconic Star As She Celebrates Her 85th Birthday
by Richard Jay-Alexander - May 15, 2025

Ms. Kazan was on my radar for as long as I can remember when I started to get interested in theatre, music and show business and had “secret” subscriptions to magazines that focused on those passions.
Exclusive: Jesse L. Martin Goes Undercover for Theater Murder Case in THE IRRATIONAL Photo
Exclusive: Jesse L. Martin Goes Undercover for Theater Murder Case in THE IRRATIONAL
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 18, 2025

Watch an exclusive clip from tonight's episode of NBC's The Irrational, starring Broadway alum Jesse L. Martin. In the episode, Alec and Rose go undercover in a community theater production of Little Shop of Horrors to try and solve an actor’s murder. 
Davis Gaines Brings LOVE IS IN THE AIR to the Green Room 42 Photo
Davis Gaines Brings LOVE IS IN THE AIR to the Green Room 42
by Stephi Wild - Feb 5, 2025

Davis Gaines in a rare New York appearance, will perform a special show for Valentine's Day, “Love is in the Air” a romantic evening of love songs! Learn more about the upcoming show here!
Video: Chita Rivera Remembers Iconic Disco in STUDIO ONE FOREVER Clip Photo
Video: Chita Rivera Remembers Iconic Disco in STUDIO ONE FOREVER Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 1, 2024

BroadwayWorld is excited to share an exclusive clip from Studio One Forever, Marc Saltarelli’s award-winning documentary about the iconic gay disco in West Hollywood. Watch the clip now!
Chita Rivera's Final Screen Appearance to Stream in October Photo
Chita Rivera's Final Screen Appearance to Stream in October
by Josh Sharpe - Sep 26, 2024

“Studio One Forever,” Marc Saltarelli’s award-winning documentary about the iconic gay disco in West Hollywood, including the Backlot cabaret room, will start streaming on all platforms beginning Tuesday, Oct. 8, same day as the Blu-ray release.
Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Year Photo
Lainie Kazan's Four Classic 60s Albums Available for the First Time in Almost 60 Years
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 19, 2024

Available for the first time in the nearly 60 years since they were introduced, the four 1960s vocal albums from Lainie Kazan are now streaming on all digital platforms.
Robert Klein and Julie Gold Among The 14 Honorees At The 39th Annual BISTRO AWARDS GA Photo
Robert Klein and Julie Gold Among The 14 Honorees At The 39th Annual BISTRO AWARDS GALA
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2024

Celebrate the musical and comedy artistry of Robert Klein, Julie Gold, and more at the 39th Annual Bistro Awards Gala on April 1 at Gotham Comedy Club. Hosted by Steve Hayes, the event honors exceptional artists with performances and special awards.
Actress Rita McKenzie Passes Away at 76 Photo
Actress Rita McKenzie Passes Away at 76
by Blair Ingenthron - Feb 18, 2024

Remembering the legacy of Rita McKenzie, a powerhouse on stage with a theatrical career spanning Broadway, TV, and symphony performances.
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL to be Presented At The Kentucky Center in February Photo
CHAGALL IN SCHOOL to be Presented At The Kentucky Center in February
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 17, 2024

CHAGALL IN SCHOOL, a dramatic comedy, presents the story of Marc Chagall and the social change after the Russian Revolution. This Louisville premiere explores art, connection, and freedom.
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG is Coming to San Franci Photo
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG is Coming to San Francisco's Curran Theater
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2024

'All Things Equal - The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg' is coming to San Francisco. Don't miss this captivating show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
Barry Bostwick to Join Debbie Wileman at Carnegie Hall Concert Photo
Barry Bostwick to Join Debbie Wileman at Carnegie Hall Concert
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Dec 6, 2023

Peabody and Tony Award winner, Barry Bostwick will join Debbie Wileman’s “Judy Garland” We Need a Little Christmas one night only concert on Sunday, December 10, 2023 at Carnegie Hall. 
Review: A Dazzling Revival of FUNNY GIRL Ushers in All the Laughs at Straz Center for Photo
Review: A Dazzling Revival of FUNNY GIRL Ushers in All the Laughs at Straz Center for The Performing Arts
by Drew Eberhard - Dec 1, 2023

Funny Girl is a semi-autobiographical comedic musical about the life and times of comedian and Broadway star Fanny Brice, and her tumultuous relationship with entrepreneur and gambler Nick Arnstein. With a musical score by Jules Styne, lyrics by Bob Merill, and featuring a book by Isobel Lennart, Funny Girl first opened on Broadway in 1964 featuring Barbara Streisand in the starring role, and was produced by Fanny’s own son-in-law Ray Stark. The first Broadway production received 8 Tony Nominations at the 18th Annual Awards Ceremony, and the OBC (Original Broadway Cast) Recording was inducted into the Grammy’s Hall of Fame in 2004.
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG Is Coming To The Fisher Photo
ALL THINGS EQUAL - THE LIFE AND TRIALS OF RUTH BADER GINSBURG Is Coming To The Fisher Theatre in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Nov 22, 2023

All Things Equal – The Life and Trials of Ruth Bader Ginsburg is coming to the Fisher Theatre. Get ready for an inspiring and thought-provoking show about the iconic Supreme Court Justice.
A GREY GARDENS CHRISTMAS to Debut at Cre8tive NYC Studios in December  Photo
A GREY GARDENS CHRISTMAS to Debut at Cre8tive NYC Studios in December 
by Blair Ingenthron - Nov 5, 2023

'A Grey Gardens Christmas: A Loving Parody' brings the eccentricities of the Beales to life in a seasonal tribute. Created by real-life couple Peter Mac and Dr. John Mac, this theatrical alchemy will debut in December at Cre8tive NYC Studios.
MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3 Coming to Blu-ray & Digital Next Week Photo
MY BIG FAT GREEK WEDDING 3 Coming to Blu-ray & Digital Next Week
by Michael Major - Oct 24, 2023

My Big Fat Greek Wedding 3 stars Nia Vardalos along with John Corbett ('Sex and the City,' 'And Just Like That...), Louis Mandylor ('NCIS,' 'Desperate Housewives,'), Elena Kampouris (My Big Fat Greek Wedding 2), Joey Fatone (My Big Fat Greek Wedding), Maria Vacratsis (Mamma Mia! Here We Go Again), and Andrea Martin (“Only Murders in the Building').
Debbie Wileman Will Bring 'Judy Garland' We Need a Little Christmas to Carnegie Hall Photo
Debbie Wileman Will Bring 'Judy Garland' We Need a Little Christmas to Carnegie Hall With Chita Rivera and Margaret O'Brien
by Stephi Wild - Oct 23, 2023

Debbie Wileman, the singing sensation who captured world-wide attention during the global pandemic with her uncanny recreation of Judy Garland’s legendary voice, will make her return to Carnegie Hall on Sunday, December 10, 2023 as the star of “Judy Garland” We Need a Little Christmas.”
Telly Leung & More to Star in HAS ANYONE SEEN MY MIND? Industry Readings Photo
Telly Leung & More to Star in HAS ANYONE SEEN MY MIND? Industry Readings
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Oct 19, 2023

Private industry readings of 'Has Anyone Seen My Mind?' by Bill Russell, are scheduled for October 26 & 27.
Photos: First Look at RENT Star Jesse L. Martin in NBC's New Series THE IRRATIONAL Photo
Photos: First Look at RENT Star Jesse L. Martin in NBC's New Series THE IRRATIONAL
by Michael Major - Aug 29, 2023

A new spin on the procedural genre, “The Irrational” follows world-renowned professor of behavioral science Alec Mercer (RENT star Jesse L. Martin) as he lends his unique expertise on an array of high-stakes cases involving governments, law enforcement and corporations. Check out the photos now!
Agent and DGRW Founding Partner Jim Wilhelm Passes Away at 68 Photo
Agent and DGRW Founding Partner Jim Wilhelm Passes Away at 68
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Apr 24, 2023

Theatrical agent JIM WILHELM passed away early Monday morning, April 24th, 2023 in New York City at the age of 68 after a short, quiet fight with cancer.
Julia Lester, Aaron Lazar, John-Michael Lyles & More Complete the Cast of Sierra Bogg Photo
Julia Lester, Aaron Lazar, John-Michael Lyles & More Complete the Cast of Sierra Boggess Led THE SECRET GARDEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 10, 2023

The complete cast has been announced for “The Secret Garden” at Center Theatre Group / Ahmanson Theatre. See who will star in the show, performance dates, how to purchase tickets and more!
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Lainie Kazan been in?

Lainie Kazan has appeared on Broadway in 6 shows.

How many West End shows has Lainie Kazan been in?

Lainie Kazan has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Lainie Kazan been nominated for?

Best Actress - Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for My Favorite Year and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Musical (Tony Awards) for My Favorite Year.

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