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Rita Wilson

Birth Place: Los Angeles, CA, USA

BIO

Rita Wilson returns to Broadway after her debut as Roxie in Chicago. Other theatre credits: Dinner with Friends and the world premieres of Distracted and Love, Loss, and What I Wore. Film credits include Sleepless in Seattle, It’s Complicated, Runaway Bride, and, forthcoming in 2015, Dawn Patrol and Brother-in-Laws. Television appearances include recurring roles on both “Girls” and “The Good Wife,” as well as the upcoming DIRECTV series “Full Circle.” She also appeared in the “Curb Your Enthusiasm” episode “The Doll.” As a film producer, her first production, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, was a record-breaking hit, and she was the driving force behind the film of the musical Mamma Mia!. A singer/songwriter, Rita released her critically acclaimed debut album AM/FM (Decca) in 2012, performed a recent series of sold-out shows at Café Carlyle, and will release a new album of original songs in 2015.

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STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
2026
Ensemble

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2015
Brenda Drexel

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1996
Roxie Hart [Replacement]

Productions

 
[Broadway, 2026]
Producer

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Allison Williams, Ray Romano, Kate Walsh and More to Join CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jun 10, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography on Broadway will welcome Kate Walsh, Allison Williams, Alexander Dreymon, and Academy Award winner Jim Rash in their Broadway debuts, plus more.
CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY to Add Robert Sean Leonard, Mikey Day & Chloe Fineman to Broadway Cast
by A.A. Cristi - May 29, 2026

Tony Award winner Robert Sean Leonard and SNL stars Mikey Day and Chloe Fineman have joined the rotating cast of the Drama Desk Award-winning CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY at Broadway's Shubert Theatre.
Video: CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY On Broadway With Andrea Martin, Mario Cantone, Jeff Hiller and More
by A.A. Cristi - May 28, 2026

New video highlights have been released from CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY, now in performances at the Shubert Theatre. The opening night cast featured Scott Adsit, Mario Cantone, Jackie Hoffman, Christopher Jackson, Gayle King, Andrea Martin, Kenan Thompson, Rita Wilson, and more.
Video: CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Celebrates Its Opening Night On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography is now on Broadway! This marks the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway production. Celebrity Autobiography is a Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created by Eugene Pack. Go inside the starry opening night in new video!
Photos: First Look at CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY With Rita Wilson, Bobby Moynihan, Kenan Thompson and More
by A.A. Cristi - May 20, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography is now on Broadway! This marks the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway production. Celebrity Autobiography is a Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created by Eugene Pack. Get a first look at the production's starry cast in action!
Photos: CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Opens on Broadway
by Bruce Glikas - May 20, 2026

Celebrity Autobiography is now on Broadway! This marks the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway production. Celebrity Autobiography is a Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created by Eugene Pack. Check out photos from opening night here.
How CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY Turned Celebrity Memoirs Into Broadway Comedy
by Sidney Paterra - May 21, 2026

BroadwayWorld is taking a look back at the history of Celebrity Autobiography, including where the show has played, which stars have appeared over the years, which memoirs have been featured, and who is appearing in the Broadway production now.
Review Roundup: CELEBRITY AUTOPBIOGRAPHY On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - May 18, 2026

Read the reviews for the Broadway premiere of the long-running Off-Broadway hit CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY, the Drama Desk Award-winning comedy created by Eugene Pack.
Matthew Broderick, Katie Couric and More Join CELEBRITY AUTOPBIOGRAPHY On Broadway
by A.A. Cristi - May 15, 2026

Matthew Broderick, Katie Couric, Anthony Anderson, Jason Alexander, Tiler Peck, and Leslie Rodriguez Kritzer join the rotating cast of CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY for its Broadway premiere at the Shubert Theatre.
Spotlight on Plays: May 2026
by Team BWW - May 6, 2026

Spring has sprung, and with it's arrival, comes new plays for theatre lovers of all kinds. Whether you live for intense dramas or would rather escape with zany comedies, there's something for everyone both on and off-Broadway in May 2026.
CELEBRITY AUTOBIOGRAPHY To Make Broadway Debut With Andrea Martin, Rita Wilson and More
by A.A. Cristi - May 4, 2026

The Off-Broadway smash Celebrity Autobiography, created by Eugene Pack, will make its Broadway premiere at the Shubert Theatre (225 W 44th St.) featuring an all-star, constantly-expanding, rotating cast.
Video: THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Debuts Sneak Peek Clip From Penultimate Episode of Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 31, 2026

All roads lead to Paris for a long-awaited confrontation with the crime family patriarch in the penultimate episode of The Last Thing He Told Me season two. Watch a sneak peek clip now.
Video: Rita Wilson Guest Stars in THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Sneak Peek Clip
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 2, 2026

Apple TV has shared a sneak peek clip from the third episode of The Last Thing He Told Me season two drama series starring and executive produced by Jennifer Garner. Check it out now, featuring Rita Wilson as a guest star.
Video: Sneak Peek Clip From THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Season 2 Episode 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 23, 2026

Apple TV has shared a sneak peek clip from the second episode of The Last Thing He Told Me season two drama series starring and executive produced by Jennifer Garner. Check it out now.
Video: See Jennifer Garner in Sneak Peek Clip of THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Season 2
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 4, 2026

Apple has debuted a sneak peek clip from Season 2 of the drama series, “The Last Thing He Told Me.' Starring Jennifer Garner, the second season debuts on February 20. Watch the clip now.
Video: Jennifer Garner Stars in THE LAST THING HE TOLD ME Season 2 Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 20, 2026

Apple TV has revealed the trailer for the second season of “The Last Thing He Told Me,” starring and executive produced by Jennifer Garner, along with returning stars Angourie Rice, David Morse and Nikolaj Coster-Waldau. Watch it now.
Listen: Richard Marx Drops New Album 'After Hours' Feat. Rod Stewart Duet
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 16, 2026

GRAMMY-winning singer-songwriter Richard Marx has released his new album After Hours, featuring a duet of “Young at Heart' with the legendary Rod Stewart, with whom Marx is also joining on tour this summer. Listen to the full album here.
Photos: Inside the Golden Globes Nominees Night with John Legend, Odessa A'zion, & More
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 9, 2026

The Hollywood Reporter and Spotify kicked off awards season on Thursday with the Golden Globes Nominees Night, with John Legend, Odessa A'zion, Keegan-Michael Key, Kumail Nanjiani, and more in attendance. Check out photos from the evening.
Listen: Richard Marx Shares 'The Way You Look Tonight' From New Album
by Josh Sharpe - Nov 24, 2025

GRAMMY-winning singer/songwriter Richard Marx has shared his take on the classic “The Way You Look Tonight” from his upcoming album After Hours. Listen to it now!
Photos: Meryl Streep, Martin Short and More Visit THIS WORLD OF TOMORROW
by Bruce Glikas - Nov 20, 2025

The world premiere of This World of Tomorrow starring Academy Award winner Tom Hanks and Tony Award winner Kelli O’Hara is now running Off-Broadway at The Shed at Hudson Yards. See photos of Meryl Streep, Martin Short, Steve Martin and more visiting backstage!

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Rita Wilson been in?

Rita Wilson has appeared on Broadway in 3 shows.

How many West End shows has Rita Wilson been in?

Rita Wilson has not appeared in the West End.

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