13 Facts About Debra Monk

Debra Monk was born on February 27,1949 and is an American actress, singer, and writer, best known for her performances on the Broadway stage.

Debra Monk is the recipient of a Tony Award, 2 Drama Desk Awards, the Helen Hayes Award, the Obie Award and an Emmy Award for her work.

Debra Monk was voted "Best Personality" by her graduating class at Wheaton High School in Silver Spring, Maryland.

In 1975, Debra Monk was awarded a Master of Fine Arts from Southern Methodist University in Dallas, Texas.

Debra Monk garnered first attention in theatrical circles as one of the co-writers and co-stars of the musical Pump Boys and Dinettes.

Debra Monk won the Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Play for performance in Redwood Curtain.

Debra Monk was nominated for a Tony Award for roles in Picnic, Steel Pier, and Curtains.

Debra Monk returned to the stage in Steppenwolf Theatre Company's production of Visiting Edna by David Rabe in September 2016.

Debra Monk appeared on the Food Channel cooking show Barefoot Contessa, where she cooked Roasted Chicken, Arugula and Bread Salad, and Tri-Berry Crumble.

Debra Monk has appeared in over 30 films since the early 1990s.

Debra Monk made her film debut in the movie version of Prelude to a Kiss, playing Aunt Dorothy.

Debra Monk later appeared in The Bridges of Madison County and The Devil's Advocate.

Debra Monk had recurring roles in A Nero Wolfe Mystery, Grey's Anatomy, and Damages.