Maryann Ann Plunkett

Biography:

Maryann Plunkett is an American actress and singer who has made a significant contribution to theatre, television and cinema. Born on October 31, 1952, in Lowell, Massachusetts, she developed a passion for performing arts and went on to build a successful career through her talent, dedication and versatility. She began her professional stage journey in the early 1980s and made her Broadway debut in Agnes of God, where she played Sister Agnes.

Maryann received major recognition for her performance as Sally Smith in the Broadway musical Me and My Girl. Her portrayal earned her the 1987 Tony Award for Best Actress in a Musical. Over the years, she has appeared in numerous theatre productions, including Sunday in the Park with George, The Crucible, Saint Joan and The Notebook. Her performance as Older Allie in The Notebook musical also earned her another Tony Award nomination in 2024.

Apart from theatre, Maryann has appeared in films such as The Squid and the Whale, Blue Valentine, The Family Fang, A Beautiful Day in the Neighborhood and Little Women. In Little Women (2019), she portrays Mrs. Kirke, the landlady who provides Jo March with a place to stay in New York. Through her extensive stage experience and memorable screen performances, Maryann Plunkett has established herself as a respected American performer.