Megan Hilty is an American actress and singer, widely recognized for her work in Broadway musicals. Notable roles include Glinda in Wicked, Doralee Rhodes in 9 to 5: The Musical, and her Tony Award-nominated performances as Brooke Ashton in Noises Off and Madeline Ashton in Death Becomes Her. She gained further acclaim for her portrayal of Ivy Lynn on the musical-drama series Smash, where she performed the Grammy Award-nominated song "Let Me Be Your Star." She also played Liz on the sitcom Sean Saves the World, showcasing her versatility across different genres.
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On March 29, 1981, Megan Hilty was born. She is an American actress and singer known for her roles in Broadway musicals and the TV series 'Smash'.
In August 2004, Megan Hilty made her Broadway debut as the standby for Glinda the Good Witch in 'Wicked' after moving to New York City.
On October 8, 2004, Megan Hilty performed as Glinda the Good Witch for the first time in 'Wicked', opposite Idina Menzel as Elphaba.
In 2004, Megan Hilty graduated from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama. She also became a member of the Actors' Equity Association and received the National Society of Arts and Letters Award for Excellence in Musical Theater in 2004.
In 2004, shortly before graduating from Carnegie Mellon University, Megan Hilty auditioned for the national tour of 'Little Shop of Horrors' for the role of Audrey. Despite initially being cast, she was later let go because the producers felt she was too young to play opposite Anthony Rapp.
On May 31, 2005, Megan Hilty took over the role of Glinda in 'Wicked' from Jennifer Laura Thompson.
In 2005, Megan Hilty began a relationship with actor Steve Kazee.
On May 28, 2006, Megan Hilty ended her year-long run as Glinda in 'Wicked' and was succeeded by Kate Reinders.
In December 2006, Megan Hilty reprised her role as Glinda in the first national tour of 'Wicked', replacing Kendra Kassebaum.
On February 10, 2007, Megan Hilty originated the role of Glinda in the Los Angeles sit-down production of 'Wicked', which began previews.
On May 18, 2008, Megan Hilty left the Los Angeles production of 'Wicked' and was replaced by Erin Mackey.
On September 9, 2008, Megan Hilty joined the musical adaptation of '9 to 5', which opened at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles for a pre-Broadway run.
On October 31, 2008, Megan Hilty returned to the Los Angeles production of 'Wicked' to close the show.
On January 11, 2009, Megan Hilty played her final performance in the Los Angeles production of 'Wicked', as the production closed.
On April 7, 2009, '9 to 5: The Musical' began preview performances on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre, featuring Megan Hilty as Doralee Rhodes.
On April 30, 2009, '9 to 5: The Musical' officially opened on Broadway, with Megan Hilty starring as Doralee Rhodes.
On September 6, 2009, '9 to 5: The Musical' closed on Broadway. Megan Hilty was nominated for multiple awards for her role as Doralee Rhodes.
In December 2009, Megan Hilty performed in 'Rated RSO: The Music and Lyrics of Ryan Scott Oliver' at the Boston Court Performing Arts Center.
In 2010, Megan Hilty confirmed that she would voice the character of the China Princess in the animated film 'Legends of Oz: Dorothy's Return'.
In 2011, Megan Hilty was cast in the NBC musical-drama series 'Smash', opposite Katharine McPhee and Debra Messing.
On February 6, 2012, the NBC musical-drama series 'Smash', starring Megan Hilty, premiered.
In May 2012, Megan Hilty appeared in 'Gentlemen Prefer Blondes' as Lorelei Lee, as part of the Encores! staged concert series. Her performance received rave reviews.
In November 2012, it was announced that Megan Hilty would appear on the album 'I'm Ready: The Songs of Rob Rokicki'.
In 2012, Megan Hilty's relationship with actor Steve Kazee ended.
On March 12, 2013, Megan Hilty released her debut solo album, 'It Happens All the Time'.
On June 13, 2013, it was announced that Megan Hilty would star alongside Sean Hayes in the NBC sitcom 'Sean Saves the World'.
On January 28, 2014, the NBC sitcom 'Sean Saves the World', starring Megan Hilty, was cancelled after airing 13 episodes.
In March 2014, Megan Hilty announced that she was expecting her first child with Brian Gallagher.
On September 18, 2014, Megan Hilty gave birth to her daughter, Viola Philomena Gallagher.
In July 2015, Megan Hilty returned to Broadway in the Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of 'Noises Off', portraying Brooke Ashton.
On July 7, 2016, Megan Hilty appeared alongside Matthew Morrison for an evening with The New York Pops at the Forest Hills Stadium in Queens.
On September 24, 2016, Megan Hilty announced that she was pregnant with her second child with Brian Gallagher.
On March 13, 2017, Megan Hilty's son, Ronan Laine Gallagher, was born.
In November 2021, Megan Hilty was cast as Lily St. Regis in NBC's 'Annie Live!', replacing Jane Krakowski.
On September 4, 2022, Megan Hilty's sister Lauren, brother-in-law Ross Mickel, and nephew Remy were killed in a floatplane crash into Puget Sound. Lauren Hilty-Mickel was pregnant at the time.
On June 2, 2024, the out of town tryout of the stage adaptation of 'Death Becomes Her', starring Megan Hilty as Madeline Ashton, ended its run at Chicago's Cadillac Palace Theatre.
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