- Meg Ryan is an American actress and romantic comedy queen.
- She was born on November 19, 1961, in Fairfield, Connecticut.
- Meg transitioned from journalism to acting.
Meg Ryan is a celebrated American actress, best known for her roles in romantic comedies that became iconic during the 1980s and 1990s. Born on November 19, 1961, in Fairfield, Connecticut, Meg initially pursued journalism at New York University before transitioning to acting.
Her career took off after she landed a role on the soap opera As the World Turns in 1982, followed by her breakout film performance in Top Gun (1986) as the charming wife of a fighter pilot.
Ryan became a household name with her leading roles in a series of successful romantic comedies. Her portrayal of Sally in When Harry Met Sally (1989) remains one of her most memorable performances, particularly the famous diner scene, which has become a hallmark of her career.
She continued to solidify her status as the queen of romantic comedies with hits like Sleepless in Seattle (1993) and You’ve Got Mail (1998), both of which paired her with actor Tom Hanks.
Beyond her work in romantic comedies, Meg Ryan has showcased her versatility in dramas such as Courage Under Fire (1996) and When a Man Loves a Woman (1994).
Despite taking a step back from acting in the 2000s, Ryan remains a beloved figure in Hollywood, known for her girl-next-door charm and iconic performances that defined a genre and era in American cinema.