Amy Ryan
Birth Place: Queens, NY, USA
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BIO
Amy Ryan recently starred opposite Joaquin Phoenix in Ari Aster’s Beau Is Afraid for A24. Previously, she was nominated for a SAG Award as part of the “Only Murders In The Building” ensemble alongside Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. Next, Ryan will star opposite Colin Farrell in the Apple TV+ limited series, “Sugar” in April 2024, and opposite George Clooney and Brad Pitt in Jon Watts’ Wolves, which Sony Pictures will release on September 20.
On stage, Ryan was nominated for two Tony Awards for her performances in A Streetcar Named Desire and Uncle Vanya—both Roundabout Theatre Company productions. She won the Obie Award for her performance in Love, Love, Love, and starred in On The Mountain and Lisa D’Amour’s acclaimed play Detroit, directed by Anne Kauffman.
Ryan’s other credits include Gone Baby Gone (Oscar nomination for Best Supporting Actress), Birdman (SAG Award winner for Best Ensemble), Steven Spielberg’s Bridge Of Spies and War of the Worlds, “The Wire,” “The Office,” among other projects.
In theater, Ryan earned widespread acclaim for stepping into the lead role of Sister Aloysius in the 2024 Broadway revival of Doubt: A Parable.
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STAGE CREDITS
Movies
[ 1999 ] Judy
[ 2000 ] Mrs. Prescott
[ 2004 ] Lynn Bedik
[ 2005 ] Emily Brooks
[ 2005 ] Marie Dewey
[ 2005 ] Neighbor with Toddler
[ 2006 ] Queenie
[ 2007 ] Carolyn Csady
[ 2007 ] Eileen
[ 2007 ] Helene McCready
[ 2007 ] Martha
[ 2008 ] Carol Dexter
[ 2009 ] Miss Charley
[ 2009 ] Ms. Wright
[ 2010 ] Connie
[ 2010 ] Lawrie Dayne
[ 2011 ] Jackie Flaherty
[ 2013 ] Abigail
[ 2013 ] Margaret Lax
[ 2013 ] Megan Reynolds
[ 2014 ] Sylvia
[ 2015 ] Carol Jensen
[ 2015 ] Gale
[ 2015 ] Hannah
[ 2015 ] Mary Donovan
[ 2016 ] Agent Pamela Harris
[ 2016 ] Bonni Tischler
[ 2016 ] Cindy
[ 2017 ] Tracy
[ 2018 ] Vicki
[ 2019 ] Caroline Morton
[ 2019 ] Charlene
[ 2020 ] Camille Biros
[ 2020 ] Mari Gilbert
[ 2024 ] Margaret
TV Shows
Rebecca Rifkind, Ellen
Heidi Strand
Gigi
Maureen Campbell
Valerie Messick, Amy
Edie Nelson, Julie Turner
Jan
Chloe Banks
Holly Flax
Beatrice 'Beadie' Russell
[ 2021-2024 ] Jan Bellows
Melanie Matthews
[ 2021-2024 ] Jan Bellows
Melanie
Awards and Nominations
Amy Ryan, Doubt
Amy Ryan, Love, Love, Love
Amy Ryan, Love, Love, Love
winner
Amy Ryan, Love, Love, Love
winner
Amy RyanA Steetcar Named Desire
Amy Ryan, A Streetcar Named Desire
Amy Ryan, Uncle Vanya
Videos
Video: Laura Benanti’s Melania Trump Talks New Film on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2026-02-05 12:19:46
Video: Laura Benanti Brings Melania Trump Back to THE LATE SHOW for Holiday Segment
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-12-17 10:52:04
Video: Laura Benanti Talks MAYOR OF KINGSTOWN Role, Addresses Broadway League Deals
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-23 16:08:52
Video: Laura Benanti Returns as First Lady Melania Trump on THE LATE SHOW
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-21 10:56:36
Video: Amy Ryan on Her 'Wild and Unexpected' Road to a Tony Nomination
by Joey Mervis - 2024-05-28 12:05:34
Video: Watch Liev Schrieber and Zoe Kazan in a Scene from DOUBT: A PARABLE
by Blair Ingenthron - 2024-04-07 15:54:49
Video: Inside the Opening Celebration of DOUBT with Amy Ryan, Liev Schreiber & More
by Nicole Rosky - 2024-03-01 14:02:04
Video: Patti LuPone Reacts to Trump's Arrest, Talks 'Intense' BEAU IS AFRAID Film & More on THE VIEW
by Michael Major - 2023-04-18 14:42:18
VIDEO: See Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet in the New Trailer for BEAUTIFUL BOY
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2018-09-19 09:28:45
VIDEO: Amazon Shares the Official Trailer for BEAUTIFUL BOY Starring Steve Carell and Timothee Chalamet
by Macon Prickett - 2018-06-27 09:44:21
VIDEO: Watch the Trailer for Amazon's BEAUTIFUL BOY Starring Steve Carell and Timothee Chalamet
by Macon Prickett - 2018-05-21 10:02:01
VIDEO: Sneak Peek - Jacobson & Glazer Return for Season 4 of BROAD CITY
by Caryn Robbins - 2017-07-25 14:15:49
TV: Travel Back in Time with the Cast of LOVE, LOVE LOVE on Opening Night!
by TV - Opening Night Special - 2016-10-20 16:28:56
News
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 5, 2026
On Wednesday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Broadway favorite Laura Benanti stopped by the show as First Lady Melania Trump to shed some light on her much-talked-about new film. Watch the segment now.
by Josh Sharpe - Jan 30, 2026
Apple TV has unveiled a first look at the season two return of Sugar, the neo-noir detective drama starring Colin Farrell, Jin Ha, Laura Donnelly, and more. Check out new photos from the series now.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jan 8, 2026
The 92nd Street Y, New York will present An Evening with Laura Benanti, a one-night-only concert of musical theater and personal favorites with the Tony Award-winner.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 18, 2025
The Hasty Pudding Theatricals has named Emmy-winner Michael Keaton as the recipient of its 2026 Man of the Year Award. The Man of the Year festivities will take place on Friday, February 6th, 2026.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 17, 2025
On The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Broadway's Laura Benanti brought her fan-favorite performance as Melania Trump to the show, just in time for the holidays. Watch the segment where she speaks about her favorite holiday traditions, the recent demolition of the East Wing of the White House, and more.
by Stephi Wild - Nov 17, 2025
The first-ever Broadway revival of CHESS officially opened at Broadway’s Imperial Theatre last night, Sunday, November 16. Check out a video from curtain call, featuring Aaron Tveit, Lea Michele and Nicholas Christopher, here!
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 23, 2025
Tony Award winner Laura Benanti recently stopped by TODAY to discuss joining Season Four of the crime series Mayor of Kingstown, also speaking on the recent agreements with the Broadway League, which averted a potential Broadway strike. Watch the interview now.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2025
A24’s Eddington, written and directed by Ari Aster, is set to make its streaming debut exclusively on HBO Max in the U.S. on Friday, November 14. The movie stars Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, and Tony Award winner Deirdre O’Connell.
by Josh Sharpe - Oct 21, 2025
During Monday's episode of The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, Laura Benanti reprised her fan-favorite performance as Melania Trump. Watch the clip now!
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 24, 2025
Josh Sharp's ta-da! officially opened Off-Broadway at the Greenwich House Theater on July 21. In attendance at opening night were Sadie Sink, Cole Escola, and more. Check out photos below!
by A.A. Cristi - May 30, 2025
Let’s take a look back at some of the most unforgettable looks that turned the Tony Awards into a true fashion spectacle. Check out photos of all of our favorite Tony Awards fashions of the 2020s!
by Stephi Wild - May 1, 2025
Laura Benanti: Nobody Cares is a one-woman comedy show from the mind of Tony Award-winner Laura Benanti. In this show, Benanti blends side-splitting storytelling with original songs.
by Bruce Glikas - Apr 23, 2025
Broadway gets turned upside down in the new high-tech, supernatural thriller STRANGER THINGS: THE FIRST SHADOW, now officially open at Broadway’s Marquis Theatre! See photos of Natalia Dyer, Charlie Heaton, Noah Schnapp and more stars on the opening night red carpet here!
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 16, 2025
Actor’s Express will continue its 37th season with John Patrick Shanley’s Pulitzer and Tony-winning Doubt, A Parable, directed by Freddie Ashley. The production will have its previews on May 22nd and 23rd at 7:30 PM and opens May 24th at 8:00 PM.
by Josh Sharpe - Apr 14, 2025
Ahead of the world premiere at Cannes, A24 has dropped the teaser trailer for Eddington, the new film from writer/director Ari Aster. The movie features an all-star cast, including Joaquin Phoenix, Pedro Pascal, Emma Stone, and more. Watch the trailer!
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 11, 2025
Roundabout Theatre Company celebrated it 2025 Gala, honoring Danny DeVito. BroadwayWorld was there for the special night, which included a special performance from Josh Groban. Check out photos here!
by Josh Sharpe - Mar 7, 2025
Broadway alums Jin Ha and Laura Donnelly are set to appear in the second season of the Apple TV+ series Sugar, which stars Colin Farrell as the titular detective.
by Stephi Wild - Mar 4, 2025
Laura Benanti has returned to her iconic portrayal of Melania Trump on The Late Show. In the clip, Benanti-as-Melania shows off her new look and previews what her husband will say in his speech before Congress this week. Watch the video here!
by Josh Sharpe - Feb 17, 2025
The Capital Region Thomas Edison Music Awards has announced the nominees for its seventh annual ceremony, celebrating the outstanding achievements of the Capital Region's vibrant music community.
by Bruce Glikas - Dec 18, 2024
Eureka Day by Jonathan Spector, directed by Tony Award winner Anna D. Shapiro, is now officially open on Broadway. BroadwayWorld was there at opening night and you can check out photos from the red carpet here!
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Amy Ryan has appeared on Broadway in 7 shows.
Amy Ryan has not appeared in the West End.
Best Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Doubt, Outstanding Actress in a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Love, Love, Love, Distinguished Performance Award (Drama League Awards) for Love, Love, Love, Performance (Obie Awards) for Love, Love, Love, Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for A Steetcar Named Desire , Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for A Streetcar Named Desire and Best Performance by an Actress in a Featured Role in a Play (Tony Awards) for Uncle Vanya.
Amy Ryan has won the Obie Award for Performance for Love, Love, Love, and the Outer Critics Circle Award for Outstanding Featured Actress in a Play for A Streetcar Named Desire.
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