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In May, the hit comedy Bob Hearts Abishola ended its five-season run, leaving Christine Ebersole, who played matriarch Dorothy "Dottie" Wheeler, free to pursue new projects. "I'm so grateful that I had that opportunity to do a show with this incredible cast," Christine, 71, tells Closer. "It's comedy that came out of a culture clash, and then ultimately transcended that to show a common humanity. It was a positive model for the world."
Comedy is just one of Christine's talents. This Illinois native also has one of the strongest voices to ever belt it out on Broadway. In 2001, she won her first of two Tonys for her role in 42nd Street. After a season on Saturday Night Live, Christine turned her talents to screens both big and small. Closer caught up with this multitalented performer as she prepares for her next act.
What will you miss most about your Bob Hearts Abishola character Dottie?
Telling it like it is. I appreciate that about her. I try to keep it zipped a little more.
What have been the favorite roles of your career?
Bob Hearts Abishola certainly. It's the longest-running show I've ever done. I did a sitcom from 1986 to '89 called The Cavanaughs, and after that, Rachel Gunn, R.N. and Ink, with Ted Danson and Mary Steenburgen. They lasted only short periods of time, but really, it's all been one big bowl of cherries. I don't know how these wonderful opportunities came about-they just did. I met my husband on The Cavanaughs, where he was doing the music. The other life-changing role for me was Grey Gardens [on Broadway]. That was a perfect storm, with all these forces that came together, from the writer and director and costumer to music and lyrics and more. It was quite an experience.
Were your parents supportive of your decision to become a performer?
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