Laura Benanti
ActingAbout Laura Benanti
Laura Benanti (born July 15, 1979) is an American actress and singer. Over the course of her Broadway career, she has received five Tony Award nominations. She played Louise in the 2008 Broadway revival of Gypsy, winning the 2008 Tony Award for Best Featured Actress in a Musical. In 2016 she starred in She Loves Me as Amalia Balash, which was televised. She played Elsa Schräder in the 2013 NBC television production of The Sound of Music Live!, appeared as Sadie Stone in Nashville in 2014 and 2015 and that same year began playing twin sisters Alura and Astra in the TV series Supergirl. Beginning in 2017, Benanti appeared as Edie Randall in the TBS comedy The Detour. Since 2016, she has had a recurring role as First Lady Melania Trump on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert.
Laura Benanti Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Laura Benanti reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 24 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Laura Benanti's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 42% of Laura Benanti's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Sondheim! The Birthday Concert, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Laura Benanti Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Laura Benanti's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Laura Benanti has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
Laura Benanti - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Laura Benanti?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Laura Benanti is "Sondheim! The Birthday Concert" with a rating of 8.0/10.
How many movies has Laura Benanti acted in?
Laura Benanti has been featured in at least 24 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Laura Benanti?
Other notable films include "She Loves Me", "tick, tick... BOOM!", and "Broadway's Lost Treasures III: The Best of The Tony Awards".