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Marissa Jaret Winokur

Birth Place: New York, NY, USA

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Winokur won the 2003 Tony Award for Best Leading Actress in a Musical, Drama Desk Award, Theatre World Award, and Outer Critics Circle Award for her performance in Hairspray. She had previously appeared on Broadway as "Pink Lady Jan" in the revival of Grease.
Winokur has also played roles in films such as American Beauty, Never Been Kissed, Teaching Mrs. Tingle, Scary Movie, Beautiful Girl (for ABC Family), Fever Pitch and most recently on Dancing with the Stars (U.S. season 6).
Winokur co-stared on the TV series Stacked, which starred Pamela Anderson.Stacked ran for only 19 episodes, 5 of which never appeared on air. She also appeared on an episode of Curb Your Enthusiasm where she lost a physical fight with Larry David over the first appointment at a doctor's office. She was called Marissa Winokur in the episode, but was credited simply as Woman In Elevator.
She is set to star in a new comedy pilot for CBS titled Fugly from the creator of My Name Is Earl.

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Marissa Jaret Winokur STAGE CREDITS

[Motion Picture]
NBC Live Televised Production, 2016
Pinkette

[Broadway]
Original Broadway Production, 2002
Tracy Turnblad

Tracy Turnblad [Replacement]

Tracy Turnblad [Replacement]

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 1994
Jan [Replacement]


Marissa Jaret Winokur Movies

American Beauty
[ 1999 ] Mr. Smiley's Counter Girl Janine
Never Been Kissed
[ 1999 ] Sheila
Sleep Easy, Hutch Rimes
[ 2000 ] Brenda
Scary Movie
[ 2000 ] Garage Victim
Amy's Orgasm
[ 2001 ] Radio P.A.
On Edge
[ 2001 ] Wendy Wodinski
Role of a Lifetime
[ 2002 ] Flower Girl Marisa Winokur
Now You Know
[ 2002 ] Lea's Friend
Fever Pitch
[ 2005 ] Sarah
Muffin Top: A Love Story
[ 2014 ] Elise
Trouble
[ 2019 ] Claire, Marissa Winokur
Feel the Beat
[ 2020 ] Marissa Jaret Winokur
DIVOS!
[ 2020 ] Sister Hartt
Santa Bootcamp
[ 2022 ] Patti

Marissa Jaret Winokur TV Shows

A Million Little Things
Linda
American Dad!
Jewel, Assistant, Candace
Crashing
Guinevere
Dharma & Greg
Anita
King of the Hill
Melinda, Woman, Doreen
Melissa & Joey
Theresa
Stacked
Katrina
What We Do in the Shadows
Charmaine, Charmaine Rinaldi
Yo Gabba Gabba!
Barbara

Marissa Jaret Winokur Awards and Nominations


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2003 - Outstanding Actress in a Musical

Marissa Jaret Winokur, Hairspray


winner
Theatre World Awards - 2003 - Performance

Marissa Jaret Winokur, Hairspray


winner
Tony Awards - 2003 - Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical

Marissa Jaret Winokur, Hairspray


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2002 - Outstanding Actress - Musical

Marissa Jaret Winokur, Hairspray

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Marissa Jaret Winokur News


Photos: Bundy, Butler & Winokur Bring MAMMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW to Kean Stage


Check out photos from Mama I'm a Big Girl Now, the concert event, celebrating the 20th anniversary of the original Broadway musical Hairspray with the original Tracy (Marissa Jaret Winokur), Penny (Kerry Butler) and Amber (Laura Bell Bundy) at Kean Stage here!

Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young Will Headline Transport Group Gala


Transport Group has announced performers for its 2024 gala will include Tony Award winners Freestyle Love Supreme, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and John Lloyd Young.  

Spotlight: MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW at Enclow Recital Hall


The original stars of Hairspray reunite in New Jersey!

The Drama Book Shop Announces In-Store Spring Events Lineup


Join The Drama Book Shop for a series of events showcasing new theatrical literary works.

Marissa Jaret Winokur to Moderate Talk Back/Q&A for Author Stan Zimmerman at the Drama Bookshop


Tony award winner, Marissa Jaret Winokur, will moderate a Talk Back/Q&A for author Stan Zimmerman Tuesday, April 16th 7:30pm ET.

Niki Haris to Present GROWN ASS WOMAN at The Green Room 42 in April


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of chanteuse Niki Haris in her show “Grown Ass Woman” for two performances on Friday, April 5 and Saturday, April 6 at 7:00 PM.

See Nicole Parker as Jillane Jenkins in SUITCASE FULL OF LIES at The Green Room 42


The Green Room 42 will present Nicole Parker, currently playing Celine Dion in the Off-Broadway hit Titaníque, as Jillane Jenkins in “Suitcase Full of Lies”. Learn more about the performance and see how to purchase tickets.

Lisa Vroman to Return to The Green Room 42 With INGENUE… INGE-NOT-SO-NEW


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of internationally acclaimed soprano Lisa Vroman in “Ingénue... Ingé-not-so-new!” on Sunday, March 31 at 7:00 PM. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

PAM GOLDBERG'S 80th BIRTHDAY SPECTACULAR! is Coming to The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Pam Goldberg in the next edition of “Pam Goldberg's 80th Birthday Spectacular!,” a celebration of the regional theater and occasional Broadway veteran. Learn how to purchase tickets.

Marisha Wallace Joins CELEBRITY BIG BROTHER Return in the U.K.


After wrapping up her run as Miss Adelaide in the immersive U.K. production of Guys & Dolls on February 24, Broadway and West End star Marisha Wallace has officially entered the Big Brother house for the long-awaited return of Celebrity Big Brother.

Melissa Errico to Celebrate Sondheim's Birthday at The Green Room 42


The Green Room 42 will present the return of Melissa Errico in “An Acoustic Evening with Sondheim & Melissa” to celebrate Stephen Sondheim’s birthday.

Brian J. Nash to Present SUNDAY NIGHT MUSIC CLUB at The Green Room 42 in March


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present celebrated pianist and singer Brian J. Nash. Learn more about the show and see how to purchase tickets.

Tickets Now On Sale For MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW At Kean Stage


Tickets are now available for the highly anticipated production of 'Mama I'm a Big Girl Now' at Kean Stage.

Sally Mayes to Present NOW AND THEN: JAZZ STANDARD TIME at The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present Tony Award-nominated Broadway favorite Sally Mayes in “Now and Then: Jazz Standard Time,” the second installment of her new concert series.

Mink Stole and Peaches Christ to Present Two Shows at The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 presents Cult Film Icon MINK STOLE and Bay Area Drag Impresario PEACHES CHRIST for TWO SHOWS, 2/16-17.

Dates Added for Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy's MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW Concert


Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy, are join forces for their brand new concert, 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now - The Concert.' Learn about the new performance dates!

HAIRSPRAY Stars Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy Star In MAMA I'M A BIG GIRL NOW In Concert


Don't miss the concert event 'Mama, I'm A Big Girl Now' featuring Kerry Butler, Marissa Jaret Winokur, and Laura Bell Bundy.

John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast & Ed Bassmaster to Appear At The Den Theatre


Get ready for an unforgettable night of laughter as John Hill, Alex Moffat, Banana's Podcast, and Ed Bassmaster take the stage at The Den Theatre in Chicago. Don't miss this limited engagement performance packed with hilarious jokes and side-splitting comedy skits.

Photos: Inside Opening Night of SCISSORHANDS: A MUSICAL TRIBUTE; Plus Extension Announced!


SCISSORHANDS: A Musical Tribute has announced an extension of its limited run at The Bourbon Room, now playing through Sunday, January 14. Check out photos from opening night here!

John Hill to Present Solo Musical WELLNESS CHECK Directed by Marissa Jaret Winokur at The Green Room 42


THE GREEN ROOM 42 will present the return of Sirius XM Radio host and Broadway veteran John Hill with an encore performance of his original solo musical “Wellness Check in December.

Marissa Jaret Winokur FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Marissa Jaret Winokur been in?

Marissa Jaret Winokur has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Marissa Jaret Winokur been in?

Marissa Jaret Winokur has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Marissa Jaret Winokur been nominated for?

Marissa Jaret Winokur has been nominated for several awards for her role in "Hairspray," including Outstanding Actress in a Musical by the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Performance by the Theatre World Awards, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical by the Tony Awards, and Outstanding Actress - Musical by the Drama Desk Awards.

What awards has Marissa Jaret Winokur won?

Marissa Jaret Winokur has won several awards for her role in the musical "Hairspray," including Outstanding Actress in a Musical from the Outer Critics Circle Awards, Performance from the Theatre World Awards, Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Musical at the Tony Awards, and Outstanding Actress - Musical at the Drama Desk Awards.

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