Joely Fisher Biography: Husband, Age, Children, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & TV Shows, Sister

Joely Fisher is an accomplished American actress and singer. As the daughter of singer Eddie Fisher and actress Connie Stevens—and half-sister to Carrie Fisher—she gained recognition starring as Paige Clark on the ABC sitcom Ellen, earning a Golden Globe nomination.

Fisher’s multifaceted career spans television, film, theater, and music, showcasing her talents in comedic and dramatic roles and reinforcing her status as a versatile performer.

Profile

• Full Name: Joely Fisher
• Stage Name: Joely Fisher
• Born: October 29, 1967
• Age: 57 years old
• Birthplace: Burbank, California, USA
• Nationality: American
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Dancer, Songwriter, Producer
• Height: 1.70 m
• Parents: Eddie Fisher, Connie Stevens
• Siblings: Tricia Leigh Fisher, Carrie Fisher, Todd Fisher
• Spouse: Christopher Duddy (m. 1996)
• Children: Skylar Grace Fisher-Duddy, True Harlow Fisher-Duddy, Olivia Luna Fisher-Duddy
• Net Worth: $8 million

Early Life and Education

Joely Fisher was born on October 29, 1967, in Burbank, California. She is the second child of entertainers Eddie Fisher and Connie Stevens. Following their divorce in 1969, she and her sister Tricia were raised by their mother.

Fisher has two older half-siblings from her father’s marriage to Debbie Reynolds: Carrie Fisher and Todd Fisher. She attended various schools while touring with her mother, eventually graduating from Beverly Hills High School.

Fisher pursued further studies at Emerson College and spent a semester at the University of Paris, later attending an acting retreat in Italy. Of mixed Ashkenazi Jewish, Italian, and Irish heritage, her religious upbringing is not prominently known.

Career

Joely Fisher began her professional acting career in the mid-1980s, making early television appearances, notably in the miniseries Something Is Out There (1988). Her Broadway debut came as Rizzo in Grease!, followed by her role in Cabaret, earning critical acclaim.

Her breakthrough arrived with the character Paige Clark on Ellen (1994–1998), which garnered her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

She went on to star in Inspector Gadget (1999) as Brenda, and led television series such as Wild Card (2003–2005) and Fox’s ‘Til Death (2006–2010), where her comedic presence teamed naturally with Brad Garrett. Fisher continued to appear in recurring roles on Desperate Housewives and Last Man Standing, and made guest appearances in later series including Modern Family, Station 19, and How I Met Your Father.

In addition to screen work, Fisher has maintained her passion for musical performance—singing alongside her mother and sister on the album Tradition: A Family at Christmas (1993) and performing in theatrical productions. She also ventured into directing, including an episode of K.C. Undercover for Disney, and has engaged in writing and producing short films and PSAs.

Social Media

• Instagram Handle: @msjoelyfisher

Personal Life

Joely Fisher married cinematographer Christopher Duddy on December 31, 1996. The couple have three daughters—Skylar Grace, True Harlow, and adopted daughter Olivia Luna—and Fisher is a stepmother to Duddy’s two sons.

They reside in Los Angeles, near her sister Tricia. Joely has actively supported philanthropic causes including Save the Children, where she became an ambassador in 2008 and traveled to Mozambique under their sponsorship program.

Filmography

Film:

• I’ll Do Anything (1994)
• The Mask (1994) – Maggie
• Mixed Nuts (1994)
• Inspector Gadget (1999) – Brenda

Television:

• Something Is Out There (1988)
• Ellen (1994–1998) – Paige Clark
• Wild Card (2003–2005) – Zoe
• ‘Til Death (2006–2010) – Joy Stark
• Desperate Housewives – Nina Fletcher (recurring)
• Last Man Standing – Wendi (recurring)

Theater/Musicals:

• Grease! – Broadway debut as Rizzo
• Cabaret – Sally Bowles, national tour

Net Worth

Joely Fisher’s estimated net worth is approximately $8 million, reflecting her sustained success in acting, singing, theater, and directing. Additionally, she holds investments in real estate and maintains income streams from endorsements, production credits, and philanthropic engagements.