Debra Messing, born in 1968, rose to prominence as Grace Adler in the groundbreaking sitcom Will & Grace, earning critical acclaim and numerous accolades, including an Emmy Award, for her portrayal of a witty and resilient interior designer. Following her breakout role, Messing starred in television miniseries and dramas like The Starter Wife and Smash, further cementing her status as a leading actress. Her filmography includes a mix of romantic comedies and dramas, alongside voice work in animated features. Messing’s enduring presence in television was reaffirmed with Will & Grace’s revival, showcasing her enduring talent and comedic timing.
The roles that explain the career.
23 credits across 1 departments.
| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | The Alto Knights | Bobbie Costello | Film |
| 2018 | Searching | Detective Vick | Film |
| 2017 | Will & Grace | Grace Adler | TV |
| 2017 | Dirty Dancing | Marjorie Houseman | Film |
| 2014 | The Mysteries of Laura | Detective Laura Diamond | TV |
| 2008 | Nothing Like the Holidays | Sarah Rodriguez | Film |
| 2008 | The Women | Edie Cohen | Film |
| 2007 | The Starter Wife | Molly Kagan | TV |
| 2007 | Lucky You | Suzanne Offer | Film |
| 2007 | Purple Violets | Kate Scott | Film |
| 2006 | Open Season | Beth (voice) | Film |
| 2005 | The Wedding Date | Kat Ellis | Film |
| 2004 | Garfield | Arlene (voice) | Film |
| 2004 | Along Came Polly | Lisa Kramer | Film |
| 2002 | The Mothman Prophecies | Mary Klein | Film |
| 2002 | Hollywood Ending | Lori | Film |
| 1999 | Jesus | Mary Magdalene | Film |
| 1998 | Celebrity | TV Reporter | Film |
| 1998 | Prey | Dr. Sloan Parker | TV |
| 1998 | Will & Grace | Grace Adler | TV |
| 1997 | McHale's Navy | Lt. Penelope Carpenter | Film |
| 1995 | Ned & Stacey | Stacey Colbert | TV |
| 1995 | A Walk in the Clouds | Betty Sutton | Film |
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