History of Megan Hilty in Timeline

Megan Hilty is an American actress and singer celebrated for her performances in Broadway musicals such as Wicked (as Glinda), 9 to 5: The Musical (as Doralee Rhodes), and Noises Off (Tony Award nomination for Brooke Ashton). She gained wider recognition for her role as Ivy Lynn on the musical-drama series Smash, where she performed the Grammy-nominated song "Let Me Be Your Star." Hilty also portrayed Liz on the sitcom Sean Saves the World, demonstrating her versatility across different entertainment mediums.

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Full Timeline Career & Achievements

March 29, 1981: Megan Hilty's Birth

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.

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August 2004: Broadway Debut in Wicked

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.

October 8, 2004: First Performance as Glinda

On October 8, 2004, Hilty performed as Glinda in Wicked for the first time, opposite Idina Menzel as Elphaba.

2004: Carnegie Mellon School of Drama Graduation

In 2004, Megan Hilty graduated from the Carnegie Mellon School of Drama and became a member of the Actors' Equity Association. She also received the National Society of Arts and Letters Award for Excellence in Musical Theater.

2004: Little Shop of Horrors Audition

Shortly before graduating from Carnegie Mellon University, Hilty auditioned for the 2004 national tour of Little Shop of Horrors for the role of Audrey. However, after being initially cast as Audrey, the producers let her go after Anthony Rapp was cast as Seymour. She was told she was "too young/not age appropriate" to play opposite Rapp.

May 31, 2005: Takes Over Glinda Role

On May 31, 2005, Megan Hilty took over the role of Glinda in Wicked from Jennifer Laura Thompson.

May 28, 2006: Departure from Wicked

On May 28, 2006, Megan Hilty ended her run as Glinda in Wicked after playing the role for a year, succeeded by Kate Reinders.

December 2006: Reprising Role in Wicked National Tour

In December 2006, Hilty reprised the role of Glinda on the first national tour of Wicked, replacing Kendra Kassebaum.

February 10, 2007: Wicked Los Angeles Previews

On February 10, 2007, Hilty originated the role of Glinda in the Los Angeles sit-down production of Wicked, which began previews.

May 18, 2008: Departure from Wicked Los Angeles

On May 18, 2008, Megan Hilty left the Los Angeles production of Wicked and was replaced by Erin Mackey.

September 9, 2008: 9 to 5 Pre-Broadway Run

On September 9, 2008, Hilty joined the musical adaptation of 9 to 5 for its pre-Broadway run at the Ahmanson Theatre in Los Angeles.

October 31, 2008: Return to Wicked Los Angeles

On October 31, 2008, Megan Hilty returned to the Los Angeles production of Wicked.

January 11, 2009: Final Performance in Wicked Los Angeles

On January 11, 2009, Megan Hilty played her final performance in the Los Angeles production of Wicked, which closed that day.

April 7, 2009: 9 to 5 Broadway Previews

On April 7, 2009, the musical 9 to 5, featuring Megan Hilty as Doralee Rhodes, began preview performances on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre.

April 30, 2009: 9 to 5 Broadway Opening

On April 30, 2009, the musical 9 to 5, starring Megan Hilty, officially opened on Broadway at the Marquis Theatre.

September 6, 2009: 9 to 5 Broadway Closing

On September 6, 2009, the Broadway production of 9 to 5, starring Megan Hilty, closed.

December 2009: Rated RSO Performance

In December 2009, Hilty participated in Rated RSO: The Music and Lyrics of Ryan Scott Oliver at the Boston Court Performing Arts Center.

2010: Voice Role in Dorothy of Oz

In 2010, Megan Hilty confirmed that she would voice the character of the China Princess in the animated film Dorothy of Oz.

2011: Cast in Smash

In 2011, it was announced that Megan Hilty was cast in the NBC musical-drama series Smash.

February 6, 2012: Smash Premiere

On February 6, 2012, the NBC musical-drama series Smash, starring Megan Hilty, premiered.

May 2012: Gentlemen Prefer Blondes Performance

In May 2012, Hilty appeared in Gentlemen Prefer Blondes as part of the Encores! staged concert series, receiving rave reviews.

November 2012: Appearance on Album

In November 2012, it was announced that Hilty would appear on the album I'm Ready: The Songs of Rob Rokicki.

March 12, 2013: Debut Solo Album Release

On March 12, 2013, Megan Hilty released her debut solo album, It Happens All the Time.

June 13, 2013: Starring Role in Sean Saves the World

On June 13, 2013, it was announced that Hilty would star alongside Sean Hayes in the NBC sitcom Sean Saves the World.

November 2, 2013: Marriage to Brian Gallagher

On November 2, 2013, Megan Hilty married actor Brian Gallagher in Las Vegas, Nevada.

January 28, 2014: Cancellation of Sean Saves the World

On January 28, 2014, the NBC sitcom Sean Saves the World, starring Megan Hilty, was canceled after airing 13 episodes.

March 2014: Pregnancy Announcement

In March 2014, Megan Hilty announced that she was expecting her first child with Brian Gallagher.

September 18, 2014: Birth of Daughter Viola Philomena

On September 18, 2014, Megan Hilty gave birth to her first child, a girl named Viola Philomena Gallagher.

July 2015: Return to Broadway in Noises Off

In July 2015, it was reported that Hilty would return to Broadway in the Roundabout Theatre Company's revival of Noises Off, portraying Brooke Ashton.

July 7, 2016: Performance with The New York Pops

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.

September 24, 2016: Second Pregnancy Announcement

On September 24, 2016, Megan Hilty announced that she was pregnant with her second child.

March 13, 2017: Birth of Son Ronan Laine

On March 13, 2017, Megan Hilty's son, Ronan Laine Gallagher, was born.

November 2021: Cast in Annie Live!

In November 2021, it was announced that Megan Hilty would be playing Lily St. Regis in NBC's Annie Live!, replacing Jane Krakowski.

September 4, 2022: Family Tragedy

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.