Bridget Everett

Bridget Everett was born on April 21, 1972, in Manhattan, Kansas, the youngest of six children. She pursued her education at Arizona State University on a full scholarship, graduating in 1995 with a degree in vocal performance. Initially, Everett moved to New York in 1997 and worked in the restaurant industry for 25 years, concurrently cultivating her artistic talents. Her career progression began to gain momentum with her debut in performance art. In 2007, she co-wrote and starred in the Off-Broadway musical comedy, “At Least It’s Pink: A Trashy Little Show.” Her acting career expanded with a minor role in the 2008 film “Sex and the City” and appearances on television shows like “2 Broke Girls” in 2012. A significant turning point was her collaboration with Amy Schumer, opening for her comedy tours starting in 2012, which led to regular appearances on “Inside Amy Schumer” from 2013 to 2016.

Everett’s versatility as an artist was further demonstrated with her acclaimed one-hour Comedy Central special, “Bridget Everett: Gynecological Wonder” in 2015, where she showcased her unique blend of comedy cabaret. The same year, she appeared in the film “Trainwreck.” Her role as Barb Dombrowski in the 2017 dramatic film “Patti Cake$” was a critical breakout, earning her praise for her acting depth. This period also saw her starring in other films such as “Fun Mom Dinner” and “Little Evil.” In 2022, Everett took on a leading role as Sam in the semi-autobiographical HBO comedy-drama series “Somebody Somewhere,” which she also executive produces and writes. Her performance in this series has earned her numerous accolades, including a Television Critics Association Award for Individual Achievement in Comedy and a Peabody Award, solidifying her status as a significant talent in the entertainment industry.