Wendie Malick, a talented actress, was born in Buffalo, New York, in 1950. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University, graduating in 1972. Standing at 5 feet 10 inches, Malick began her career as a Wilhelmina model in the 1970s, later giving it up to pursue a career in politics, working for Congressman Jack Kemp in Washington, D.C.
However, she soon left politics behind to pursue her true passion for acting, making her stage debut in the theater. Her breakthrough role came in the early 1990s as Judith Tupper Stone on the HBO comedy series Dream On, for which she won four CableACE Awards as Best Actress in a Comedy Series.
Malick's impressive comedic timing and versatility led her to become one of the stars of the popular sitcom Just Shoot Me!, playing the role of Nina Van Horn, a beautiful fashion editor struggling with middle age. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination and two Emmy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
Throughout her career, Malick has appeared in numerous television shows, including Trauma Center, Good Company, NYPD Blue, Anything But Love, Baywatch, Kate & Allie, and Frasier. She has also starred in several made-for-TV movies, such as Paper Dolls, Dynasty: The Reunion, and Perfect Body.
Malick's film credits include The American President, Scrooged, and Bugsy. With her distinctive voice, she is in high demand for voice-over work, further showcasing her impressive range as a talented actress.
Early Life and Education
Wendie Malick was born in 1950 in Buffalo, New York. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University, graduating in 1972.
Career
Malick began her career as a Wilhelmina model in the 1970s, later giving it up to pursue a career in politics, working for Congressman Jack Kemp in Washington, D.C.
Breakthrough Role
Her breakthrough role came in the early 1990s as Judith Tupper Stone on the HBO comedy series Dream On, for which she won four CableACE Awards as Best Actress in a Comedy Series.
Notable Roles
Malick's impressive comedic timing and versatility led her to become one of the stars of the popular sitcom Just Shoot Me!, playing the role of Nina Van Horn, a beautiful fashion editor struggling with middle age. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination and two Emmy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series.
Television Appearances
Throughout her career, Malick has appeared in numerous television shows, including Trauma Center, Good Company, NYPD Blue, Anything But Love, Baywatch, Kate & Allie, and Frasier. She has also starred in several made-for-TV movies, such as Paper Dolls, Dynasty: The Reunion, and Perfect Body.
Film Appearances
Malick's film credits include The American President, Scrooged, and Bugsy.
Voice-Over Work
With her distinctive voice, Malick is in high demand for voice-over work, further showcasing her impressive range as a talented actress.
