Mary Jo Catlett has been a mainstay of the SpongeBob SquarePants cast since its premiere in 1998, bringing to life the lovable and quirky character of Mrs. Puff. With a career spanning over six decades, she has established herself as a talented and versatile actress, comedian, and singer.
Born on September 2, 1938, in Denver, Colorado, Mary Jo was drawn to acting at a young age, particularly musical comedy. She made her off-Broadway debut in 1963 and went on to appear in numerous stage productions, including the original Broadway production of "Hello, Dolly!" and the musical "Canterbury Tales".
Mary Jo has also demonstrated her dramatic chops, earning award-winning performances in productions such as "Come Back, Little Sheba" and "Philadelphia, Here I Come". Her extensive stage credits include appearances in musicals like "Annie Get Your Gun" and "How to Succeed in Business...", as well as Shakespearean roles in "Twelfth Night" and "Romeo and Juliet".
On television, Mary Jo has had a long and varied career, appearing in dozens of sitcoms and dramas, including "The Bob Newhart Show", "M*A*S*H", "Mr. Belvedere", "Night Court", and "Diff'rent Strokes". She has also had roles in numerous television movies and series, including "Murder, She Wrote", "Matlock", and "Fantasy Island".
In addition to her work on stage and screen, Mary Jo has been a prolific commercial actress, appearing in over 30 national commercials. She has also been a vocal supporter of various charitable organizations, including AIDS research and Broadway-oriented fundraising efforts.
With her distinctive voice, giddy demeanor, and ever-cheery disposition, Mary Jo Catlett has established herself as a beloved and talented performer, with a career that continues to flourish to this day.
