Wendie Malick
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Wendie Malick is an American actress and former fashion model, best known for her work in television comedies. She gained recognition for her role as Judith Tupper Stone in the HBO sitcom Dream On and as Nina Van Horn in the NBC sitcom Just Shoot Me!, performances that earned her two Primetime Emmy Award nominations and a Golden Globe nomination.
Quick Facts
- Birth Date
- 13 Dec, 1950
- Age
- 69 yrs
- Occupations
- Actor
Model
Television actor
Film actor
Voice actor
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- Citizenship
- United States of America
- Birth Place
- Buffalo
- Gender
- Female
- Description
- Film, television and voice actress
- Spouse
- Mitch Glazer[1982-1989]
- Net Worth 2021
- 16 million
Early Life and Education
Wendie Malick was born on December 13, 1950, in Buffalo, New York. She attended Ohio Wesleyan University, graduating in 1972 with a degree in fine arts. Standing at 5 feet 10 inches, she began her career as a fashion model with the prestigious Wilhelmina modeling agency in the 1970s. Her modeling career eventually gave way to an interest in public service, leading to a brief stint working for Buffalo Congressman Jack Kemp. However, her passion for performance soon drew her away from politics and toward a career in theater.
Transition to Acting
After leaving Washington, D.C., Malick focused her attention on acting, beginning her career in theater before making the transition to television and film. Her first notable television role came as Judith Tupper Stone on the HBO comedy Dream On (1990–1996). Her performance in the series earned her four CableACE Awards for Best Actress in a Comedy Series, highlighting her adept comedic timing and engaging screen presence.
