Bette Midler

Bette Midler

Born:December 1, 1945

Place of Birth:Honolulu, Territory of Hawaii, USA [now Hawaii, USA]

Known For:Acting

Biography

Bette Midler, born on December 1, 1945, is a versatile American entertainer known for her exceptional talents in singing, songwriting, acting, comedy, and film production. Hailing from Honolulu, Hawaii, Midler kickstarted her career in Off-Off-Broadway productions before gracing the stages of Broadway in the late 1960s with performances in productions like Fiddler on the Roof and Salvation. However, it was her unique and captivating performances at the Continental Baths in 1970 that truly propelled her into the spotlight, garnering her a devoted following.

Throughout her illustrious career, Midler has released an impressive 14 studio albums as a solo artist. Her music has resonated with audiences worldwide, with chart-topping hits such as "The Rose," "Wind Beneath My Wings," "Do You Want to Dance," "Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy," and "From a Distance" becoming classics in their own right. Her powerful vocals and emotive delivery have solidified her status as a music icon.

Over the span of nearly five decades, Midler has amassed a remarkable collection of accolades, including three Grammy Awards, four Golden Globes, three Emmy Awards, and a Tony Award. Her contributions to the entertainment industry have not gone unnoticed, with her record sales exceeding 30 million worldwide. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has recognized her talent with multiple Gold, Platinum, and Multiplatinum albums, further cementing her legacy in the music industry.

Beyond her musical achievements, Midler has also made a significant impact in the world of film and television. Her on-screen presence is magnetic, with memorable performances in a variety of genres showcasing her versatility as an actress. From heartwarming dramas to side-splitting comedies, Midler's range as a performer knows no bounds.

Offstage, Midler is known for her philanthropic endeavors and advocacy work. She has used her platform to support various causes close to her heart, including environmental conservation and LGBTQ+ rights. Her commitment to making a difference in the world reflects her compassionate nature and dedication to using her influence for good.

As a true powerhouse in the entertainment industry, Bette Midler continues to captivate audiences with her unparalleled talent and charisma. Her enduring legacy as a multifaceted performer and advocate serves as an inspiration to aspiring artists and activists alike, solidifying her status as a beloved icon in popular culture.

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Filmography

Acting

Hocus Pocus

Hocus Pocus

Winifred Sanderson

1993

After 300 years of slumber, three sister witches are accidentally resurrected in Salem on Halloween night, and it is up to three kids and their newfound feline friend to put an end to the witches' reign of terror once and for all.
What Women Want

What Women Want

Dr. J. M. Perkins (uncredited)

2000

Advertising executive Nick Marshall is as cocky as they come, but what happens to a chauvinistic guy when he can suddenly hear what women are thinking? Nick gets passed over for a promotion, but after an accident enables him to hear women's thoughts, he puts his newfound talent to work against Darcy, his new boss, who seems to be infatuated with him.
The Addams Family

The Addams Family

Grandma (voice)

2019

The Addams family's lives begin to unravel when they face-off against a treacherous, greedy crafty reality-TV host while also preparing for their extended family to arrive for a major celebration.
Hocus Pocus 2

Hocus Pocus 2

Winifred Sanderson

2022

29 years since the Black Flame Candle was last lit, the 17th-century Sanderson sisters are resurrected, and they are looking for revenge. Now it's up to three high school students to stop the ravenous witches from wreaking a new kind of havoc on Salem before dawn on All Hallow's Eve.
The Addams Family 2

The Addams Family 2

Grandma (voice)

2021

The Addams get tangled up in more wacky adventures and find themselves involved in hilarious run-ins with all sorts of unsuspecting characters.
Get Shorty

Get Shorty

Doris Saphron

1995

Chili Palmer is a Miami mobster who gets sent by his boss, the psychopathic "Bones" Barboni, to collect a bad debt from Harry Zimm, a Hollywood producer who specializes in cheesy horror films. When Chili meets Harry's leading lady, the romantic sparks fly. After pitching his own life story as a movie idea, Chili learns that being a mobster and being a Hollywood producer really aren't all that different.
The First Wives Club

The First Wives Club

Brenda Morelli Cushman

1996

After years of helping their hubbies climb the ladder of success, three mid-life Manhattanites have been dumped for a newer, curvier model. But the trio is determined to turn their pain into gain. They come up with a cleverly devious plan to hit their exes where it really hurts - in the wallet!
Oliver & Company

Oliver & Company

Georgette (voice)

1988

A young cat named Oliver is left alone in a kitten box, while all the other young cats have new owners. A big dog named Dodger shows him how to get food and later Oliver lives with him, his owner Fagin and Fagin's other dogs Tito, Rita, Einstein, and Francis. Fagin has one problem besides being broke he owes a nasty man named Sykes a lot of money. If he can't pay it back he's in big trouble. While Oliver runs into a little girl named Jenny who becomes his new owner which he is happy with and later Sykes sees Jenny as the key for him to get his money.
The Stepford Wives

The Stepford Wives

Bobbie Markowitz

2004

What does it take to become a Stepford wife, a woman perfect beyond belief? Ask the Stepford husbands, who've created this high-tech, terrifying little town.
Fantasia 2000

Fantasia 2000

Self - Host

2000

Blending lively music and brilliant animation, this sequel to the original 'Fantasia' restores 'The Sorcerer's Apprentice' and adds seven new shorts.
The Women

The Women

Leah Miller

2008

The story centers on a group of gossipy, high-society women who spend their days at the beauty salon and haunting fashion shows. The sweet, happily-wedded Mary Haines finds her marriage in trouble when shop girl Crystal Allen gets her hooks into Mary's man.
Down and Out in Beverly Hills

Down and Out in Beverly Hills

Barbara Whiteman

1986

Beverly Hills couple Barbara and Dave Whiteman find their lives altered by the arrival of a vagrant who tries to drown himself in their swimming pool.
Ruthless People

Ruthless People

Barbara Stone

1986

Sam Stone hates his wife Barbara so much that he wants her dead. He's ecstatic when she's taken by a duo of kidnappers who want $500,000 ransom in exchange for her life. Fully intending to ignore every one of the kidnappers' demands in the hopes that they do him a favor and murder her for him, the two confused kidnappers have to figure out how they're going get their money, and what they're going to do with the overbearing Barbara.
Waking Sleeping Beauty

Waking Sleeping Beauty

Self / Barbara Whiteman / Barbara Stone (archive footage)

2009

By the mid-1980s, the fabled animation studios of Walt Disney had fallen on hard times. The artists were polarized between newcomers hungry to innovate and old timers not yet ready to relinquish control. These conditions produced a series of box-office flops and pessimistic forecasts: maybe the best days of animation were over. Maybe the public didn't care. Only a miracle or a magic spell could produce a happy ending. Waking Sleeping Beauty is no fairy tale. It's the true story of how Disney regained its magic with a staggering output of hits - "Little Mermaid," "Beauty and the Beast ," "Aladdin," "The Lion King," and more - over a 10-year period.
Six by Sondheim

Six by Sondheim

Mama Rose (archive footage)

2013

This intimate documentary explores the life and career of the stage legend Stephen Sondheim through six of his best-known songs.

Production