Molly Ringwald
Date of Birth: February 18, 1968 (58)
Birth Place: Roseville, CA, USA
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BIO
Molly Ringwald is an actor, singer, and author. Her extensive film credits include Paul Mazursky’s Tempest, the iconic John Hughes films Sixteen Candles, Pretty in Pink, and The Breakfast Club, the indie film All These Small Moments, and Netflix’s The Kissing Booth. On stage, Ringwald has starred in numerous Broadway productions, including Cabaret, Enchanted April, and Sweet Charity. Off-Broadway, she appeared in Lily Dale, How I Learned to Drive, tick, tick...BOOM!, Modern Orthodox, and Terms of Endearment.
Her television credits include the hit series Riverdale, Dahmer – Monster: The Jeffrey Dahmer Story, and Feud: Capote vs. the Swans.
She is the author of two bestselling books, Getting the Pretty Back and When It Happens to You, and the translator of the award-winning bestselling French novel Lie With Me by Philippe Besson and the memoir My Cousin Maria Schneider by Vanessa Schneider. Her essays have appeared in the New York Times, The New Yorker, Vogue, Marie-Claire, and The Guardian.
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NEW YORK, NEW YORK - OCTOBER 17: Panio Gianopoulos and wife Molly Ringwald pose at the opening night of the new play "The Sound Inside" on Broadway at Studio 54 Theatre on October 17, 2019 in New York City. (Photo by Bruce Glikas/WireImage)
Date:
10/18/2019
From: Photo Coverage: On the Opening Night Red Carpet of THE SOUND INSIDE
STAGE CREDITS
[Off-Broadway]
US Premiere 59E59 Theaters Off Broadway Production, 2016
Aurora Greenway
[Broadway]
Roundabout Revival, 1998
Sally Bowles [Replacement], Sally Bowles [Replacement], Sally Bowles [Replacement]
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Videos
Molly Ringwald on ARE YOU NOW, OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN and Joining YELLOWJACKETS
by Joshua Wright - 2026-07-24 16:07:18
Photos/Video: ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Starring Norbert Leo Butz, Bob Odenkirk, T.R. Knight, Molly Ringwald and More
by A.A. Cristi - 2026-07-16 18:03:02
Video: Netflix Unveils THE NEW YORKER AT 100 Documentary Trailer
by Josh Sharpe - 2025-10-23 11:18:54
Video: Joel Grey and Eddie Redmayne Talk CABARET and The 'Emcee' Legacy
by A.A. Cristi - 2024-04-12 14:54:44
VIDEO: Andrea McArdle, Kerry Butler, Christopher Jackson & More Unite to Sing 'Tomorrow'
by Nicole Rosky - 2020-04-24 12:00:45
VIDEO: Get a First Look at the New Season of RIVERDALE on The CW
by Kaitlin Milligan - 2019-10-07 09:32:05
News
PRETTY IN PINK Soundtrack to Get 40th Anniversary Vinyl Reissue
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026
UMe will release a limited-edition pink glitter vinyl reissue of the PRETTY IN PINK soundtrack, marking the John Hughes film's 40th anniversary with two previously unreleased bonus tracks.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 20, 2026
UMe will release a limited-edition pink glitter vinyl reissue of the PRETTY IN PINK soundtrack, marking the John Hughes film's 40th anniversary with two previously unreleased bonus tracks.
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre Names Joseph C. Walsh Producing Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre named Joseph C. Walsh as its new Producing Artistic Director, succeeding late founder Fred Anzevino following a national search led with Arts Progress.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
Theo Ubique Cabaret Theatre named Joseph C. Walsh as its new Producing Artistic Director, succeeding late founder Fred Anzevino following a national search led with Arts Progress.
Darren Criss, Elizabeth Gillies, Lizzy McAlpine and More Set for A CELEBRATION OF RODGERS & HART
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
“A Celebration of Rodgers & Hart” presented at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall will include performances by Darren Criss, Elizabeth Gillies, Lizzy McAlpine and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Aug 19, 2026
“A Celebration of Rodgers & Hart” presented at Stern Auditorium / Perelman Stage at Carnegie Hall will include performances by Darren Criss, Elizabeth Gillies, Lizzy McAlpine and more.
RUN AMOK U.S. Rights Acquired by Greenwich Entertainment
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026
Greenwich Entertainment has acquired North American distribution rights to RUN AMOK, NB Mager's directorial debut, which had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.
by Rachel Stone - Aug 12, 2026
Greenwich Entertainment has acquired North American distribution rights to RUN AMOK, NB Mager's directorial debut, which had its world premiere at the Sundance Film Festival.
Molly Ringwald Reunites with Ally Sheedy After 42 Years
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026
Molly Ringwald shared a photo with Ally Sheedy from a recent reunion, 42 years after THE BREAKFAST CLUB brought their characters together.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 28, 2026
Molly Ringwald shared a photo with Ally Sheedy from a recent reunion, 42 years after THE BREAKFAST CLUB brought their characters together.
Molly Ringwald on Why SIXTEEN CANDLES and THE BREAKFAST CLUB Are Still Evergreen
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
Molly Ringwald appeared on THE VIEW to reflect on her collaborations with director John Hughes, discussing SIXTEEN CANDLES, THE BREAKFAST CLUB, and PRETTY IN PINK.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
Molly Ringwald appeared on THE VIEW to reflect on her collaborations with director John Hughes, discussing SIXTEEN CANDLES, THE BREAKFAST CLUB, and PRETTY IN PINK.
Molly Ringwald on ARE YOU NOW, OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN and Joining YELLOWJACKETS
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
Molly Ringwald appeared on THE VIEW to discuss her stage role in ARE YOU NOW, OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, joining the final season of YELLOWJACKETS, and her new romantic comedy ONE NIGHT ONLY.
by Joshua Wright - Jul 24, 2026
Molly Ringwald appeared on THE VIEW to discuss her stage role in ARE YOU NOW, OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, joining the final season of YELLOWJACKETS, and her new romantic comedy ONE NIGHT ONLY.
ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Enters Final Two Weeks of Performances
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
The Off-Broadway production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been, will play its final performance at New York City Center Stage I.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 21, 2026
The Off-Broadway production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been, will play its final performance at New York City Center Stage I.
Photos/Video: ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Starring Norbert Leo Butz, Bob Odenkirk, T.R. Knight, Molly Ringwald and More
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
The third rotating guest cast of ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN is now appearing at New York City Center Stage I. Check out photos and video of the new cast.
by A.A. Cristi - Jul 16, 2026
The third rotating guest cast of ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN is now appearing at New York City Center Stage I. Check out photos and video of the new cast.
Photos: Jane Fonda Visits ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 16, 2026
See photos of the legendary Jane Fonda visiting the cast of Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been on Broadway. The production is now in performances at New York City Center Stage I.
by Bruce Glikas - Jul 16, 2026
See photos of the legendary Jane Fonda visiting the cast of Are You Now Or Have You Ever Been on Broadway. The production is now in performances at New York City Center Stage I.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld July 10, 2026- CRAZYSEXYCOOL – THE TLC MUSICAL First Look and More
by - Jul 10, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - Jul 10, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is July 10, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald and More to Begin Performances in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
The third cycle of guest stars for Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, Are You Now or Have You Ever Been, directed by Tony winner Anna D. Shapiro, will begin performances, including Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald and more.
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Jul 9, 2026
The third cycle of guest stars for Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, Are You Now or Have You Ever Been, directed by Tony winner Anna D. Shapiro, will begin performances, including Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald and more.
Dates Set For Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald, and More in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Dates have been set for Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald, T.R. Knight, Norbert Leo Butz, and Harry Lennix as guest stars in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN. Learn more here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 22, 2026
Dates have been set for Bob Odenkirk, Molly Ringwald, T.R. Knight, Norbert Leo Butz, and Harry Lennix as guest stars in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN. Learn more here!
UNZIPPED to Feature Broadway Veterans in TRU Voices New Musicals Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Jenn Gambatese, Bryan Fenkart, and Patrick Oliver Jones headline the cast of UNZIPPED, a new musical by Douglas J. Cohen and Eva Margolies, in a free presentation at Theater 555 in NYC.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 10, 2026
Jenn Gambatese, Bryan Fenkart, and Patrick Oliver Jones headline the cast of UNZIPPED, a new musical by Douglas J. Cohen and Eva Margolies, in a free presentation at Theater 555 in NYC.
Photos: Brooks Ashmanskas, Andrew McCarthy, and More in ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Performances have begun for the limited 15-week engagement of Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro at New York City Center Stage I. Check out photos here!
by Stephi Wild - Jun 5, 2026
Performances have begun for the limited 15-week engagement of Eric Bentley’s 1972 docudrama, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro at New York City Center Stage I. Check out photos here!
UNZIPPED to Make Live Debut With TRU Voices New Musicals Series
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present a free live reading of UNZIPPED, a new musical by Eva Margolies and Douglas J. Cohen, at Theater 555 in NYC, followed by an industry talkback panel.
by A.A. Cristi - Jun 2, 2026
Theater Resources Unlimited will present a free live reading of UNZIPPED, a new musical by Eva Margolies and Douglas J. Cohen, at Theater 555 in NYC, followed by an industry talkback panel.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 19, 2026- DEATH BECOMES HER To End Broadway Run and More
by - May 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
by - May 19, 2026
Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 19, 2026 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Molly Ringwald, Bob Odenkirk, and More Will Lead ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN Off-Broadway
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro.
by Stephi Wild - May 18, 2026
Initial casting has been announced for a new production of Eric Bentley’s 1972 play, ARE YOU NOW OR HAVE YOU EVER BEEN, directed by Tony Award-winning director Anna D. Shapiro.
Review: BRANDON MAGGART AND THE GARDENIA at The Gardenia
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 30, 2026
Brandon Maggart helped close out The Gardenia's 45 years in West Hollywood with stories, songs, and tales of a life well lived. Daughter Maude Maggart joined for a poignant duet finale.
by Andrew Poretz - Jan 30, 2026
Brandon Maggart helped close out The Gardenia's 45 years in West Hollywood with stories, songs, and tales of a life well lived. Daughter Maude Maggart joined for a poignant duet finale.
Theater-Themed Titles THE MUSICAL and RUN AMOK Set World Premieres at Sundance
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
Sundance has announced the film lineup for the 2026 festival, which features theater titles The Musical and Run Amok, both of which will compete in the U.S. Dramatic Competition category.
by Josh Sharpe - Dec 10, 2025
Sundance has announced the film lineup for the 2026 festival, which features theater titles The Musical and Run Amok, both of which will compete in the U.S. Dramatic Competition category.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
How many Broadway shows has Molly Ringwald been in?
Molly Ringwald has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.
How many West End shows has Molly Ringwald been in?
Molly Ringwald has not appeared in the West End.
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