Susie Essman
| Susie Essman | |
|---|---|
State University of New York, Purchase (BFA ) | |
| Years active | 1988–present |
| Spouse |
Jim Harder (m. 2008) |
| Notable works and roles | Curb Your Enthusiasm Bolt |
Susan Essman (born May 31, 1955) is an American
.Early life
Essman was born on May 31, 1955Jewish; her grandparents emigrated from Russia and Poland.[3][4] She received her bachelor's degree from SUNY Purchase College.[citation needed]
Career
Performing
Essman has been traveling and appearing at clubs throughout the country for more than three decades. In 1988, she appeared on
ethnic
background, she has been featured in such documentaries as, Heroes of Jewish Comedy and A History of Jewish Comedy.
Essman made her
standup comedy debut at the Corn Exchange at the Newbury Comedy Festival in July 2007. While in England, she appeared on the British television show 8 Out of 10 Cats
.
Essman began her acting career with small parts in two 1988 films – Jeff Greene (portrayed by Jeff Garlin), on the HBO comedy series Curb Your Enthusiasm. Essman told The New York Times that, by the show's third season, she could not "walk down the street anymore without people stopping her and begging her to say [her character's catchphrase] 'You fat fuck'".[2] In 2007, Slate named Essman's character one of the best on television, and a reason the publication looked forward to the return of the show.[5]
She also provided the voice of Helen Higgins on the
Disney animated film, Bolt, and later reprised the role in the 2009 short Super Rhino, released on the film's home media. She also made an appearance on the Regis Philbin version of Million Dollar Password. [citation needed
]
Writing
Essman's book, What Would Susie Say: Bullshit Wisdom About Love, Life and Comedy, was published in October 2009 by Simon & Schuster.[6]
Personal life
Essman was diagnosed with
real estate broker, in September 2008.[8] She owns a Shih Tzu named Popeye.[9] Her sister, musician and composer Nora Essman Morrow, died in 2023.[10]
Essman is a good friend of
92Y with Essman as a guest.[11]
Filmography
Film
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988 | Crocodile Dundee II | Subway Tour Guide | |
| 1991 | Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles II: The Secret of the Ooze | Soho Woman | |
| 1997 | Volcano | Anita | |
| 1997 | What's Your Sign? | Carla | |
| 2000 | Keeping the Faith | Ellen Friedman | |
| 2005 | The Man | Lt. Rita Carbone | |
| 2008 | Bolt | Mittens (voice) | |
| 2010 | Cop Out | Laura | |
| 2012 | Putzel | Gilda | |
| 2017 | Band Aid | Shirley | |
| 2017 | Gilbert | Herself | Documentary |
Television
| Year | Title | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1988–1989 | Baby Boom | Charlotte Elkman | 13 episodes |
| 1991–1992 | True Colors | Mrs. Wampler | 2 episodes |
| 1993 | Women Aloud | Panelist | Episode: Waist Management |
| 1994 | Hardcore TV | Sports Lady | 2 episodes |
| 1995 | Ned and Stacey | Aunt Ceil | "Thanksgiving Day Massacre" |
| 1998 | Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist | Self (voice) | Episode: Waltz |
| 2000–2024 | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Susie Greene | Main role; 86 episodes |
| 2002 | The King of Queens | Marcia | Episode: No Orleans |
| 2002 | Law & Order: Criminal Intent | Ron Sherwood's Secretary | Episode: Badge |
| 1997–2002 | Law & Order | Performer | 2 episodes |
| 2002–2003 | Crank Yankers | Helen Higgins (voice) | 4 episodes |
| 2003 | Kim Possible | Sadie (voice) | "Car Trouble" |
| 2006 | Dora the Explorer | Queen Bee (voice) | Episode: Dora's First Trip |
| 2009 | Loving Leah | Malka | Television film |
| 2009–present | American Dad! | Mrs. Lonstein (voice) | Recurring role |
| 2012 | Adventure Time | Barb (voice) | Episode: Web Weirdos |
| 2013 | Blue Bloods | Judge Clarice Karl | Episode: Front Page News |
| 2015 | Weird Loners | Evelyn Goldfarb | 2 episodes |
| 2015–2019 | Broad City | Bobbi Wexler | 8 episodes |
| 2015–2018 | Law & Order: Special Victims Unit | Arlene Heller | 4 episodes |
| 2016–2019 | Those Who Can't | Leslie Brohn | 10 episodes |
| 2017 | The Goldbergs | Edie Robb | Episode: So Swayze It's Crazy |
| 2018 | Beat Bobby Flay | Self (guest) | Episode: Skirting By |
| 2019 | Bless This Mess | Donna | 7 episodes |
| 2020 | Harley Quinn | Sharon Quinzel, Grandma Quinzel (voice) | Episode: "Bensonhurst" |
| 2022 | Hacks | Elaine Carter | 2 episodes |
| 2022 | Bob's Burgers | Lorraine (voice) | Episode: "Sauce Side Story" |
Awards and nominations
| Year | Award | Category | Project | Result | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Screen Actors Guild Award |
Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Nominated | [citation needed] |
| 2010 | Nominated | ||||
| 2015 | Critics' Choice Television Award |
Best Guest Performer in a Comedy Series | Broad City | Nominated | |
| 2018 | Screen Actors Guild Award |
Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series | Curb Your Enthusiasm | Nominated |
References
- ^ "May 31: On This Day in History". Brooklyn Daily Eagle. May 31, 2022. Retrieved January 5, 2023.
Notable people born on this day include ... "Curb Your Enthusiasm" star Susie Essman, who was born in 1955
- ^ a b c d Witchel, Alex (March 5, 2003). "AT LUNCH WITH Susie Essman; Eating Hollywood Style, With Thin Air on the Side". The New York Times. Retrieved October 10, 2023.
- ^ Westbrook, Caroline (October 7, 2007). "Susie Essman bio interview". www.somethingjewish.co.uk. Archived from the original on January 5, 2011. Retrieved June 23, 2010.
Both my parents are Jewish...
- ^ CINDY SHER on October 04, 2012 (October 4, 2012). "JUF News | Veteran comics Susie Essman and Richard Lewis to bring the laughs to JUF's Vanguard Nov. 5". Juf.org. Retrieved January 11, 2017.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Slate, Lapidos, Juliet. November 23, 2003: "Oh, How We've Missed You! The Best Characters on Television"
- ^ Wadler, Joyce (October 7, 2009). "At Home With Susie Essman". The New York Times. Retrieved October 31, 2009.
- ^ "Ep 58: Susie Essman".
- ^ SEPT. 13, 2008 (September 13, 2008). "Essman, Harder Marry". The New York Times. Retrieved January 11, 2017.
{{cite web}}: CS1 maint: numeric names: authors list (link) - ^ Famous Shih Tzu Dogs – Celebrities Who Own a Shih Tzu allshihtzu.com
- ^ "Nora Morrow Obituary". Tribute Archive. Retrieved May 30, 2023.
- ^ "Susie Essman with Joy Behar: What Would Susie Say?". 92y.org. October 25, 2009. Retrieved July 19, 2021.
External links
- Susie Essman at IMDb
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