History of Lisa Ann Walter in Timeline

Lisa Ann Walter is an American actress, comedian, and television producer recognized for her roles in film and television. She gained significant recognition for playing Chessy in "The Parent Trap" (1998). More recently, she stars as Melissa Schemmenti in the popular ABC sitcom "Abbott Elementary" (2021-present), a role which earned her a Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

August 3, 1963: Lisa Ann Walter's Birth

On August 3, 1963, Lisa Ann Walter was born. She is an American actress, comedian, and television producer.

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1983: Graduation from Catholic University

In 1983, Lisa Ann Walter graduated with a theater degree from Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., marking the culmination of her formal education in the performing arts.

1983: Marriage to Sam Baum

In 1983, Lisa Ann Walter married fellow actor Sam Baum, marking the beginning of their relationship.

1988: Birth of Son Jordan

In 1988, Lisa Ann Walter and Sam Baum welcomed their first child, a son named Jordan.

1992: Birth of Daughter Delia

In 1992, Lisa Ann Walter and Sam Baum had their second child, a daughter named Delia.

1995: My Wildest Dreams

In 1995, Lisa Ann Walter starred in her own Fox Network comedy series, My Wildest Dreams.

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1996: Life's Work and Eddie

In 1996, Lisa Ann Walter created and starred in an ABC sitcom Life's Work and played Whoopi Goldberg's sidekick Claudine in Eddie.

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1997: Life's Work Continuation

In 1997, Lisa Ann Walter continued her role in the ABC sitcom, Life's Work, which she both created and starred in.

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1998: The Parent Trap Film

In 1998, Lisa Ann Walter co-starred in the Disney film The Parent Trap, playing the role of Chessy.

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1999: Divorce from Sam Baum

In 1999, Lisa Ann Walter and Sam Baum divorced, ending their marriage.

October 11, 2000: Birth of Twin Sons

On October 11, 2000, Lisa Ann Walter gave birth to twin sons, Spencer and Simon Walter.

2003: Bruce Almighty

In 2003, Lisa Ann Walter played a supporting role in the comedy film Bruce Almighty.

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2004: Shall We Dance

In 2004, Lisa Ann Walter played a supporting role in the romantic comedy Shall We Dance.

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2007: Watch Over Me and The Next Best Thing

In early 2007, Lisa Ann Walter had a supporting role as Mabel in Watch Over Me, and later that May, she served as a judge on The Next Best Thing.

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2008: Drillbit Taylor and Celebracadabra

In early 2008, Lisa Ann Walter was in the comedy film Drillbit Taylor and also starred in the VH1 reality series Celebracadabra.

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May 2011: Publication of Memoir and Radio Show

In May 2011, Lisa Ann Walter published her comic memoir, The Best Thing About My Ass Is That It's Behind Me, and began hosting The Fabulous Lisa Ann Walter Show on KFI in Los Angeles.

December 19, 2011: Rizzoli & Isles Appearance

On December 19, 2011, Lisa Ann Walter played a dramatic role as a ballet coach on the TNT series Rizzoli & Isles.

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August 2014: Departure from Radio Show

In August 2014, Lisa Ann Walter quit The Fabulous Lisa Ann Walter Show on KFI to focus on her acting career.

2021: Abbott Elementary Appearance

In 2021, Lisa Ann Walter began appearing in the ABC comedy Abbott Elementary as second grade teacher Melissa Schemmenti.

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October 20, 2022: Virtuoso Award

On October 20, 2022, Lisa Ann Walter received the Virtuoso Award at the San Diego International Film Festival, recognizing her significant contributions to the film industry.

2023: Screen Actors Guild Award

In 2023, Lisa Ann Walter, alongside the ensemble cast of Abbott Elementary, won the Screen Actors Guild Award for Outstanding Performance by an Ensemble in a Comedy Series.

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2024: Celebrity Jeopardy! Win

In 2024, Lisa Ann Walter won the second season of Celebrity Jeopardy!, defeating Mo Rocca and Katie Nolan and winning $1 million for the Entertainment Community Fund.

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