Bridget Everett Biography: Age, TV Shows, Net Worth, Comedy, Movies, Parents, Height

Bridget Everett Biography: Age, TV Shows, Net Worth, Comedy, Movies, Parents, Height

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Bridget Everett is an American comedian, actress, singer, and writer celebrated for her bold, bawdy comedic style and powerful cabaret performances.

Born on April 21, 1972, she gained widespread recognition for her starring role as Sam in the HBO Max series Somebody Somewhere (2019–2024), which drew from her own life experiences growing up in Kansas.

Known for her raw humor and commanding stage presence, Everett has become a prominent figure in comedy and theater, with notable roles in films like Patti Cake$ (2017).

Profile

  • Full Name: Bridget Everett
  • Stage Name: Bridget Everett
  • Born: April 21, 1972
  • Age: 53 years old
  • Birthplace: Manhattan, Kansas, USA
  • Nationality: American
  • Occupation: Comedian, Actress, Singer, Writer
  • Height: 1.83 m
  • Parents: Donn Everett, Frederica Everett
  • Siblings: Brian Everett, Brinton Everett, Brad Everett, Alice Everett, Betsy Everett
  • Spouse: None
  • Children: None
  • Relationship: Single
  • Net Worth: $3 million

Early Life and Education

Bridget Everett was born on April 21, 1972, in Manhattan, Kansas, to Donn Everett, a lawyer, and Frederica Everett, a music and English teacher. The youngest of six siblings—Brian, Brinton, Brad, Alice, and Betsy—she grew up in a lively household where her mother’s musical influence shaped her love for performance.

Everett attended Manhattan High School, where she was involved in choir and theater, and later earned a Bachelor of Music in Voice Performance from Arizona State University. Her ethnicity is Caucasian, and her religion is unknown.

Career

Bridget Everett began her career in New York’s downtown cabaret scene, performing at venues like Joe’s Pub with her band, The Tender Moments, where her raunchy humor and powerhouse vocals earned a cult following. Early gigs included karaoke nights and open mics, which led to her discovery by comedy icons like Amy Schumer.

Her television debut came with a guest role on Sex and the City (2000), but her breakthrough arrived with recurring appearances on Inside Amy Schumer (2013–2016), where her fearless comedy shone in sketches like “Pussy Power.” She also performed in Bridget Everett: Gynecological Wonder (2015), a Comedy Central special that showcased her unique blend of music and humor.

Her film career took off with roles in Patti Cake$ (2017) as Barb, earning praise for her dramatic depth, and Fun Mom Dinner (2017) alongside Toni Collette. Everett’s stage work includes her critically acclaimed cabaret shows Rock Bottom (2014) and Whore’s Bath (2018) at Joe’s Pub, the latter praised by The New York Times for its “sledgehammer force.”

Her most significant achievement is Somebody Somewhere, which she co-created and starred in, portraying a woman navigating life in her Kansas hometown. The series, renewed for three seasons, won a 2022 Peabody Award and was lauded for its heartfelt storytelling, with the finale airing in April 2024.

Everett continues to perform live, with recent shows at Joe’s Pub in 2024 blending her signature mix of comedy, music, and audience interaction, often joined by collaborators like Murray Hill. She has guest-starred on Girls5eva (2024) and Hacks (2024), and her upcoming projects include a role in the film Ricki and the Flash (post-production, 2025).

Her influence lies in her unapologetic authenticity, inspiring a new wave of performers to embrace vulnerability and humor, while her advocacy for body positivity and inclusivity resonates widely in comedy and theater.

Social Media

  • Instagram Handle: @bridgeteverett
  • Twitter Handle: @bridget_everett
  • Facebook Handle: Bridget Everett

Personal Life

Bridget Everett is single, with no public record of a spouse or romantic partner, and has no children. Based in New York City, she maintains close ties with her family, particularly her mother, who inspired the character of Sam’s mother in Somebody Somewhere.

Filmography

  • Sex and the City (2000) – Drunk Girl
  • Inside Amy Schumer (2013–2016) – Various Roles
  • Bridget Everett: Gynecological Wonder (2015) – Herself
  • Trainwreck (2015) – Kat
  • Patti Cake$ (2017) – Barb
  • Fun Mom Dinner (2017) – Melanie
  • Little Evil (2017) – Delivery Woman
  • Love You More (2017) – Karen Best
  • Somebody Somewhere (2019–2024) – Sam
  • Girls5eva (2024) – Guest Role
  • Hacks (2024) – Guest Role
  • Ricki and the Flash (2025, Post-Production) – Actress

Net Worth

Bridget Everett’s estimated net worth is $3 million USD. Her wealth primarily comes from her starring role and co-creator credits on Somebody Somewhere, along with her film and television appearances in projects like Patti Cake$ and Inside Amy Schumer.


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