Megan Cavanagh

Megan Cavanagh

65 · Born: Nov 8, 1960

Personal Details

BornNov 8, 1960 Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Megan Cavanagh, a native of Chicago, is an accomplished actress, best recognized for her iconic role as Marla Hooch in the beloved Penny Marshall film, A League of Their Own. Her impressive filmography includes notable appearances in Mel Brooks' comedies, Robin Hood: Men in Tights and Dracula: Dead and Loving It, as well as the romantic comedy, For Richer or Poorer, alongside Tim Allen and Kirstie Alley, where she portrayed the lovable Levinia Yoder.

Megan's voice acting talents were showcased in the Academy Award-nominated animated feature, Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius, where she brought to life the character of Judy Neutron, Jimmy's loving mother. She also lent her voice to the Nickelodeon TV series, solidifying her reputation as a versatile performer.

Throughout her career, Megan has made memorable guest appearances on various popular television shows, including Friends, Will & Grace, Just Shoot Me, West Wing, ER, Roseanne, and many others. Her recurring role on Home Improvement, where her character Trudy married Al in the final episode, remains a fan favorite.

In addition to her on-screen endeavors, Megan has been a passionate advocate for the arts, performing in the hit musical, Menopause The Musical, since 2004. Her love for baseball is well-documented, and she has been honored with special recognitions on the field at various Major and Minor League ballparks across the country. Notably, the Chicago Cubs hold a special place in her heart, and she proudly considers them "her team".

Career

2014
2012
Scrooge & Marley
Scrooge & Marley as Terry / Ghost of Christmas Present
2011
Exes & Ohs
Exes & Ohs as Chris
2009
The Mighty B!
The Mighty B! as Hillary Higgenbottom
2007
Big Stan
Big Stan as Parole Board
2004
The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour
The Jimmy Timmy Power Hour as Judy Neutron (voice)
Las aventuras de Jimmy Neutrón: El niño genio
Las aventuras de Jimmy Neutrón: El niño genio as Judy Neutron / Mrs. Vortex (voice)
Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies
Jimmy Neutron: Attack of the Twonkies as Judy / Vox 2000 (voice)
Raising Genius
Raising Genius as Charlene Hobbs
2003
Las aventuras de Jimmy Neutrón: El niño genio
Las aventuras de Jimmy Neutrón: El niño genio as Judy Neutron / Gretchen (voice)
2002
The Godthumb
The Godthumb as Bea / Conceited / Old Italian Woman
The Blair Thumb
The Blair Thumb as Stressy (voice)
The Ten Rules
The Ten Rules as Chris One
Bug
Bug as Meter Maid
2001
Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius
Jimmy Neutron: Boy Genius as Judy Neutron / VOX (voice)
2000
The Expendables
The Expendables as Prison Warden
Thumbtanic
Thumbtanic as Geranium's Servant / Rich Woman at Dinner / Budget Saving Man's Wife (voice)
1999
Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle
Thumb Wars: The Phantom Cuticle as Fighter Pilot #2 (voice)
The Thin Pink Line
The Thin Pink Line as Mrs. Ledbetter
1997
For Richer or Poorer
For Richer or Poorer as Levinia Yoder
1994
Junior
Junior as Willow
I Love Trouble
I Love Trouble as Mrs. Beekman
1993
Murder of Innocence
Murder of Innocence as Bonnie Stevens
Bob
Bob as Chris Szelinski
1992
A League of Their Own
A League of Their Own as Marla Hooch (2B)