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Jane Lynch, most recently onstage playing Mrs. Rosie Brice in Funny Girl opposite Beanie Feldstein is a five-time Emmy, two-time SAG Award, and Golden Globe Winner.



She currently co-stars on the award-winning comedy series “The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel,” as well as hosting NBC’s hit game show “The Weakest Link.” She is well known for her Emmy-winning role as host of “Hollywood Game Night,” as well as her Emmy and Golden Globe-winning portrayal of Sue Sylvester on “Glee.”

Additional television credits include portraying Janet Reno in “Manifesto,” “Space Force,” “Only Murders in the Building,” “Criminal Minds,” “The Good Fight,” “Portlandia,” “Angel From Hell,” “Party Down,” “Lovespring International,” “Two and a Half Men” and “The L Word.”


Lynch’s film credits include Wreck It Ralph I and II, The Three Stooges, The 40-Year-Old Virgin, Talladega Nights, Role Models, Julie & Julia, A Mighty Wind, Best In Show, For Your Consideration, and Ivy + Bean for Netflix.


She made her Broadway debut in the 2013 production of Annie. Her additional theater work includes Oh Sister, My Sister at the Tamarind Theatre and Love, Loss and What I Wore at the Off-Broadway Westside Theatre.

Lynch is currently touring with Kate Flannery and the Tony Guerrero Quintet in their live cabaret show, Two Lost Souls. Their Billboard top 10 holiday album, “A Swingin' Little Christmas,” is available from iTunes, Amazon and other outlets.


Lynch was raised near Chicago and cut her theatrical teeth at the Second City and Steppenwolf Theatre. Her memoir, “Happy Accidents,” topped several national bestsellers lists, including The New York Times and Los Angeles Times.

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Jane Lynch STAGE CREDITS

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival Production, 2022
Mrs. Rosie Brice

[Broadway]
Broadway Revival, 2012
Miss Hannigan [Replacement]

[Off-Broadway]
Original Off-Broadway Production, 2009
Performer [Replacement]


Jane Lynch Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2022 - Distinguished Performance Awards

Jane Lynch, Funny Girl

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Interview: WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED? Mary Callanan returns to Provincetown with new caba Photo
Interview: WHAT MORE DO YOU NEED? Mary Callanan returns to Provincetown with new cabaret show

Mary Callanan has long been a fixture on Boston area stages and in piano bars and cabaret rooms in Provincetown. A dozen years ago, however, Broadway beckoned and the Brighton, Massachusetts, native relocated to New York. Now back home and busier than ever in local productions, Callanan will be at the Post Office Café and Cabaret in Provincetown on July 23, accompanied by composer, conductor, pianist, and three-time Emmy Award winner John McDaniel.
Jane Lynch's A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS to Play Steppenwolf Theatre in December Photo
Jane Lynch's A SWINGIN' LITTLE CHRISTMAS to Play Steppenwolf Theatre in December

Classic holiday tunes come to life as Steppenwolf Theatre presents Jane Lynch’s A SWINGIN’ LITTLE CHRISTMAS. Learn more and see how to purchase tickets.
THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominatio Photo
THE BEAR, ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, & More Receive 2024 Astra TV Awards Nominations; See the Full List

With 15 nominations, FX’s The Bear was the most nominated series this year, followed by Max’s Hacks and Hulu’s Only Murders in the Building with 13 each. ABC’s Abbott Elementary and CBS’s Ghosts are tied for third place, with 11 nominations each.
Video: Selena Gomez Discusses ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, Teases EMILIA PEREZ Movie Photo
Video: Selena Gomez Discusses ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING, Teases EMILIA PEREZ Movie Musical

Selena Gomez stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Thursday during Martin Short's stint as guest host of the late-night show. Gomez and Short traded stories about their time together on the set of Only Murders in the Building, and she also very briefly discussed the movie musical Emilia Pérez. Watch the full interview!
Video: Jane Lynch Tells Martin Short That She 'Despises' Backstage Visits Photo
Video: Jane Lynch Tells Martin Short That She 'Despises' Backstage Visits

Jane Lynch stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! on Tuesday during Martin Short's weeklong tenure as guest host. The duo swapped stories about working together on Only Murders in the Building, and Lynch also talked about some of her other work including Best in Show and her stint as Mrs. Rosie Brice in Funny Girl on Broadway. Watch the full interview!
Video: Steve Martin and Martin Short Discuss the Premise of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILD Photo
Video: Steve Martin and Martin Short Discuss the Premise of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Season 4

On Monday, Steve Martin stopped by Jimmy Kimmel Live! (guest hosted by Martin Short) to discuss his latest projects and tease the highly anticipated fourth season of Only Murders in the Building. Watch the interview!
Roles Revealed for Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in ONLY MURDERS I Photo
Roles Revealed for Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

On the official Only Murders in the Building Instagram, a new photo has teased the roles played by Eugene Levy, Zach Galifianakis, and Eva Longoria in the upcoming season. Take a look at the post here!
Video: Steve Martin, Martin Short, & Selena Gomez Tease Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN T Photo
Video: Steve Martin, Martin Short, & Selena Gomez Tease Season 4 of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The murder-solving trio of the hit series Only Murders in the Building appeared on Good Morning America during a break from filming the highly anticipated upcoming season.
Video: Randy Rainbow Pokes Fun at Marjorie Taylor Greene in New GREASE Song Parody Photo
Video: Randy Rainbow Pokes Fun at Marjorie Taylor Greene in New GREASE Song Parody

Randy Rainbow is back with his latest parody, this time poking fun at Marjorie Taylor Greene. Check out the video here!
Video: Randy Rainbow Parodies '9 to 5' With New Political Parody 'FORTY-FIVE!' Photo
Video: Randy Rainbow Parodies '9 to 5' With New Political Parody 'FORTY-FIVE!'

Randy Rainbow is back with his latest political parody, taking a jab at former President Donald Trump with his new video titled 'FORTY-FIVE!' Check out the video here!
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld May 20, 2024

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is May 20, 2024 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed this weekend. 
Jane Lynch Says She 'Should Have Stayed' in FUNNY GIRL With Lea Michele Photo
Jane Lynch Says She 'Should Have Stayed' in FUNNY GIRL With Lea Michele

People reports that at a recent event Jane Lynch (who's Broadway credits include Funny Girl and the most recent revival of Annie) shared she regrets not staying in Funny Girl following Beanie Feldstein's departure.
Jackie Beat's DR. JACKIE Season 2 Guests Include Jinkx Monsoon, Neil Patrick Harris & Photo
Jackie Beat's DR. JACKIE Season 2 Guests Include Jinkx Monsoon, Neil Patrick Harris & More

Everyone’s favorite unqualified, self-centered show biz shrink is all dolled-up and ready to nod her head while she pretends to be listening! That’s right, the much-anticipated Season 2 of the hilarious hit show “Dr. Jackie: Unlicensed Psychotherapist” is finally here. Season 2 of “Dr. Jackie: Unlicensed Psychotherapist” is jam-packed with amazing special guests. See the lineup here!
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 19, 2024 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 19, 2024

Get all the scoop on THE GREAT NORTH, airing on FOX on Sunday, May 19, 2024! After Carissa’s friends tell Beef he needs to be more romantic, he takes her on a full day of consecutive dates. Watch a video preview now!
Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING Photo
Video: Watch Season 4 Teaser of ONLY MURDERS IN THE BUILDING

The trio is going to Hollywood! Hulu has just released the first trailer for the upcoming fourth season of the hit comedy Only Murders in the Building, which stars Steve Martin, Martin Short, and Selena Gomez. In the new season, the characters will spend some time in Los Angeles as an in-universe movie based on the podcast is being developed.
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 12, 2024 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 12, 2024

Get all the scoop on THE GREAT NORTH, airing on FOX on Sunday, May 12, 2024! Out of concern for Beef's health, the kids push him to see a doctor. Watch a video preview now!
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 5, 2024 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, May 5, 2024

Get all the scoop on THE GREAT NORTH, airing on FOX on Sunday, May 5, 2024! Wanting a chance at casually making out, Judy suddenly finds herself with three separate dates to handle simultaneously. Watch a video preview now!
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, April 21, 2024 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, April 21, 2024

Get all the scoop on THE GREAT NORTH, airing on FOX on Sunday, April 21, 2024! When Judy and Kima accidentally get high during a school field trip, they are sent on a mission to find treasure by a talking tub of cottage cheese named Beth. Watch a video preview now!
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, April 14, 2024 Photo
Scoop: Coming Up on THE GREAT NORTH on FOX - Sunday, April 14, 2024

Get all the scoop on THE GREAT NORTH, airing on FOX on Sunday, April 14, 2024! When the new librarian gets rid of the vandalized books, Moon and his friends retrieve them and set up a vandalized-book bookstore. Watch a video preview now!
Jane Lynch And Kate Flannery To Host Alzheimer's Association MAGIC OF MUSIC Gala At S Photo
Jane Lynch And Kate Flannery To Host Alzheimer's Association MAGIC OF MUSIC Gala At Sony Pictures Studios

Join Jane Lynch and Kate Flannery at the Alzheimer's Association Magic of Music Gala on May 9 at Sony Pictures Studios.

Jane Lynch FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many Broadway shows has Jane Lynch been in?

Jane Lynch has appeared on Broadway in 2 shows.

How many West End shows has Jane Lynch been in?

Jane Lynch has not appeared in the West End.

What awards has Jane Lynch been nominated for?

Jane Lynch has been nominated for Distinguished Performance Awards (Drama League Awards) for her role in Funny Girl.