Bonnie Hunt

Bonnie Hunt, an actress, comedian, director, producer, writer, and television host, has significantly contributed to the entertainment industry in front of and behind the camera. Born in 1961 in Chicago, Hunt has showcased her versatility across a wide array of roles in films such as "Rain Man," "Beethoven," "Jumanji," "Jerry Maguire," "The Green Mile," "Cheaper by the Dozen," and "Cheaper by the Dozen 2," as well as in TV shows like "Grand," "Davis Rules," "The Building," "Bonnie," and "Life with Bonnie." Her work extends beyond live-action roles to voice acting in animated films, including "A Bug's Life," "Zootopia," "Monsters, Inc." "Cars," and the "Toy Story" franchise.

Hunt's talents were recognized in 2004 when she was nominated for an Emmy Award for her role in "Life with Bonnie." Further demonstrating her multifaceted talent, Hunt has also worked as a director and producer, co-writing and directing the film "Return to Me," which was positively reviewed and influenced by her blue-collar Catholic upbringing in Chicago. From 2008 to 2010, she hosted "The Bonnie Hunt Show," which won the Gracie Award for "Outstanding Talk Show" in 2009. Her final episode aired on May 26, 2010. Outside of acting, Hunt served as the executive producer on the Apple TV+ series "Amber Brown" in 2022.

Off-screen, Hunt is known for her philanthropic endeavors as a supporter of the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation, where she serves as an honorary board member. Before her career in entertainment, Hunt worked as a nurse, a background that has undoubtedly provided her with a unique perspective and depth to her roles.