Rita Wilson, American actress, producer, singer, wife of Hollywood actor Tom Hanks

American film actress Rita Wilson was born in Los Angeles, October 26, 1956. Father, a Muslim who came from Greece, after the emigration to the United States, took Orthodoxy. The girl's mother, Dorothy, was also born and raised in Greece, Orthodox. The growing daughter was brought up in an atmosphere of loyalty to any religion, with complete absence of fanaticism.

The beginning of a creative career

Since childhood, Rita Wilson dreamed of becoming an actress, and, having matured, began to embody her dreams in reality. At the age of sixteen she came to television and became a performer of youth supporting roles.

The girl participated in filming a number of serials, such as "Frazier", "Law and order", "Investigation in the case", "Good wife", "Thirty and something", "Who's the boss?", "Moonlight ". Her debut work was two series: "Happy Days" and "MESH."

Did not pass Rita Wilson and past Broadway performances. In 2005, at the age of fifty, the actress appeared in the role of Roxy Hart in the popular musical "Chicago".

Filmography

During her career, Rita Wilson starred in twenty-six full-length films. In some, she played with her husband. Below is a list of films with her participation:

• "Volunteers" (1985), character Beth Wexler;
• "The Little Sorceress" (1989), Dancer;
• "Sinners" (1990), episode;
• "Bonfire of conceit" (1991), episode;
• "Sleepless in Seattle" (1994), the character of Susan;
• "Totally nuts" (1995), the role of Catherine;
• "From time to time" (1996), the role of Chrissie de Witt;
• "If the walls could speak" (1996), an episode;
• "What You Do" (1996), the role of Margarita;
• "A Gift for Christmas" (1996), character Liz Langston;
• "The Runaway Bride" (1998), the role of Elie Graham;
• "The Story of Us" (2000), the role of Rachel;
• "Perfume" (2001), the character of Robert;
• "Glass House" (2001), the role of Grace Avery Baker;
• "Autofocus" (2002), the character of Anna Crane;
• "Superstar" (2004), the role of Francis Fletcher;
• "Chamscrubber" (2005), the role of Terry Bretley;
• "Journey to the Moon" (2005), the character of Beta;
• "Beautiful Ohio" (2005), the role of Mrs. Messerman;
• "Greek summer" (2008), the role of Elinor;
• "So-so vacation" (2010), the character of Jenna;
• "Simple difficulties" (2010), the role of Trisha;
• "Homework" (2010), the role of Vivian Sargent;
• "Larry Crown" (2010), the character of Wilma Hamelgaard;
• "On compatibility grounds" (2013), the role of Arlene Lifshitz;
• "Kiss me" (2014), the character of Edith.

Universality of the actress

Rita Wilson, films with which participation enjoy success, nevertheless tries to diversify the creative life. However, all of its activities are somehow connected with art. Moreover, apart from the unquestionable artistic talent, Rita Wilson has a beautiful voice and outstanding vocal abilities. In 2012, the actress released her first studio album called AM / FM on Decca Records. The CD contains modern versions of hits from the 60s to the 70s of the last century in its execution.

In addition to impeccable roles, Wilson has established itself as a successful producer. Thanks to her at the box office there was a film "My Big Greek Wedding" with Nia Vardalos. Filmstrip collected at the box office about 368 million dollars with the production costs of five million. The actress also acted as producer of the films "Mamma Mia!", "My Great Greek Summer" and "In the show are only girls."

Personal life

With all the employment, Rita Wilson managed to establish her own life and create a cosiness in the house. In April 1988, she married a popular Hollywood actor Tom Hanks, who became widely known for his memorable roles in the films Forest Forest, Green Mile, Sleepless in Seattle, Big and many others.

Tom Hanks and Rita Wilson have lived together for about thirty years and are quite happy. Spouses are united by cinema art and two children. In addition to the main work, Rita is engaged in charitable activities. From time to time, it provides material support to the Moffitt Cancer Center, an oncological center and other medical institutions that are associated with children's medicine. Such attention to sick people is due to the fact that at one time Rita was seriously ill. She was diagnosed with cancer in the mammary glands and the actress underwent a radical treatment that ended with a surgical procedure. A mastectomy was performed, which means partial removal of the breast.

Currently, Rita Wilson is healthy and full of creativity. She is preparing to launch several new film projects. Two scenarios assume her participation in the production together with Tom Hanks, beloved spouse. Let's wish her success!