Anne Meara

Anne Meara

Deceased · Born: Sep 20, 1929 · Died: May 23, 2015

Personal Details

Height5' 6"
Net Worth12,500,000.00
BornSep 20, 1929 Brooklyn, New York City, New York, USA
Parents
  • Edward Joseph Meara
  • Mary Dempsey
Relatives
  • Ella Stiller (Grandchild)

Biography

Anne Meara, a remarkably talented comedienne and actress, has made a lasting impact in the entertainment industry through her impressive comedic endeavors alongside her husband and fellow comedian, Jerry Stiller, as part of the iconic duo "Stiller and Meara". The couple's exceptional skills and chemistry were showcased in their skits on The Ed Sullivan Show, which initially aired in 1948, and brought them widespread recognition.

As the variety television landscape evolved, their act, "Stiller and Meara", eventually came to a close. However, Meara's remarkable talent and versatility allowed her to continue thriving in the television world, taking on a wide range of roles that showcased her impressive range.

One of her most notable performances was as Sally Gallagher in the Golden Globe-winning series Rhoda, which aired in 1974. This role not only demonstrated her remarkable acting abilities but also earned her widespread critical acclaim.

In the following years, Meara went on to play the lovable and outspoken Irish cook Veronica Rooney in the hit sitcom Archie Bunker's Place, which premiered in 1979. Her memorable portrayal of this character cemented her status as a beloved television personality.

Later in her career, Meara continued to make a lasting impact in the television world, taking on reoccurring roles in popular shows such as Sex and the City, which aired from 1998 to 2004, and The King of Queens, which also premiered in 1998. Throughout her illustrious career, Anne Meara has consistently demonstrated her remarkable talent, versatility, and dedication to her craft, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Career

2014
Planes: Fire & Rescue
Planes: Fire & Rescue as Winnie (voice)
2006
2003
Crooked Lines
Crooked Lines as Hard Boiled
2002
Like Mike
Like Mike as Sister Theresa
2001
What Makes a Family
What Makes a Family as Evelyn Cataldi
Zoolander
Zoolander as Protestor (uncredited)
2000
Chump Change
Chump Change as Casting Director
1998
Southie
Southie as Mrs. Quinn
The Thin Pink Line
The Thin Pink Line as Mrs. Langstrom
1997
Jitters
Jitters as Louise Domino
The Daytrippers
The Daytrippers as Rita Malone
1995
Heavyweights
Heavyweights as Alice Bushkin
Kiss of Death
Kiss of Death as Bev's Mother
1991
Highway to Hell
Highway to Hell as Medea (waitress in Pluto's)
1990
Awakenings
Awakenings as Miriam
1989
That's Adequate
That's Adequate as Charlene Lane
1986
My Little Girl
My Little Girl as Mrs. Shopper
1983
The Other Woman
The Other Woman as Peg Gilford
1981
Archie Bunker's Place
Archie Bunker's Place as Veronica Rooney
1980
Fame
Fame as Mrs. Sherwood
1978
1977
Nasty Habits
Nasty Habits as Sister Geraldine
1972
Irish Whiskey Rebellion
Irish Whiskey Rebellion as Goldie Fain-Follies Star
1971
The Out of Towners
The Out of Towners as Purse Snatching Victim in Police Station
1983