Bebe Neuwirth played Judge Claudia’s friend in the 2009 American legal and political drama television series The Good Wife.
The American actress, singer, and dancer, Neuwirth’s journey into the entertainment world began with a spectacular Broadway debut in the musical A Chorus Line in 1980.
However, it was her breakthrough role as Dr. Lilith Sternin, Frasier Crane’s wife, that catapulted her to television stardom. Neuwirth graced the screens of both Cheers and its spin-off Frasier, showcasing her acting prowess in a starring role on Cheers and a recurring guest role on Frasier.
In 2009, Neuwirth took on the role of Judge Claudia Friend in The Good Wife, a character that added a layer of complexity and authority to the legal drama.
She then continued to diversify her television portfolio, taking on the role of Bureau Chief/ADA Tracey Kibre in NBC’s Law & Order: Trial by Jury from 2005 to 2006.
Besides television, Neuwirth’s talent extends to the silver screen. With notable roles in films such as the original Jumanji (1995), Jumanji: The Next Level (2019), Say Anything… (1989), Green Card (1990), Bugsy (1991), Celebrity (1998), Summer of Sam (1999), and How to Lose a Guy in 10 Days (2003).