Shelley Long

Personal Info

Known For

Acting

Known Credits

18.387

Gender

Female

Birthday

23-Aug-1949

Age

(75 years old)

Place of Birth

Fort Wayne, Indiana, USA

Also Known As
  • Shelley Lee Long

Shelley Long

Biography

Shelley Long (born August 23, 1949) is an American actress, singer, and comedian. For her role as Diane Chambers on the hit sitcom Cheers, she received five Emmy nominations, winning in 1983 for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series. She also won two Golden Globe Awards for the role. She reprised her role as Diane Chambers in three episodes of the spin-off Frasier, for which she received an additional guest star Emmy nomination. She has starred in several films including Night Shift (1982), Irreconcilable Differences (1984), The Money Pit (1986), Outrageous Fortune (1987), Hello Again (1987), Troop Beverly Hills (1989), The Brady Bunch Movie (1995), A Very Brady Sequel (1996), and Dr. T & the Women (2000). While working on Cheers, she continued to appear in motion pictures. In 1984, she was nominated for a Best Leading Actress Golden Globe for her performance in Irreconcilable Differences. She also starred in the comedies The Money Pit and Outrageous Fortune. She was offered lead roles in Working Girl, Jumpin' Jack Flash, and My Stepmother Is an Alien but did not accept them. She was also offered the role of Mary, the mother in Steven Spielberg's E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial, but turned it down because she had already signed on to appear in Night Shift. She left the series Cheers in 1987, but returned for the 200th Anniversary Special in 1990. She then returned as Diane in the last season (1992-1993), for which she picked up another Emmy nomination. She later reprise her role as Diane in several episodes of the Kelsey Grammer spinoff series Frasier, for which she was nominated for another Emmy Award. She appeared as Carol Brady in the 1995 hit film The Brady Bunch Movie which is a campy take of the popular television show. In 1996, she reprised the role in A Very Brady Sequel which had modest success, and again in the 2002 television film sequel—The Brady Bunch in the White House. She had a recurring role on the popular ABC sitcom Modern Family as DeDe Pritchett, the ex-wife of Jay Pritchett.


Credits

The Real Story of Baa Baa Black Sheep The Real Story of Baa Baa Black Sheep (1991) Character: Dame (voice)
With the help of the Master Wolf, Baa Baa makes a daring breakout from the Muttonville State Pen. In order to thank the Master Wolf, Baa Baa sets up his wool racket. and proceeds to rob the fleece right off the backs of the sheepizens of Muttonville.
Must See TV: An All Star Tribute to James Burrows Must See TV: An All Star Tribute to James Burrows (2016) Character: Self
The stars of America's greatest comedies - like Cheers, Friends, Taxi and The Big Bang Theory - get together for one night only to honor Director James Burrows. Watch Must See TV: An All-Star Tribute to James Burrows.
Trust Me Trust Me (2007) Character: Mitzi Robinson
Danny Marrs, a young huckster from small town America, arrives in Hollywood with a line of patter and a wannabe actress girlfriend. Things turn interesting when he meets Joe, a janitor who does great impressions and loves old movies.
Ghost of a Chance Ghost of a Chance (1980) Character: Jenny Clifford
After Jenny Clifford gets married, the ghost of her first husband comes back. Pilot episode for an unproduced series.
Voices Within: The Lives of Truddi Chase Voices Within: The Lives of Truddi Chase (1990) Character: Truddi Chase
A woman who suffers from multiple personality disorder is found during therapy to have suffered child abuse in this fact-based story.
A Couple of White Chicks at the Hairdresser A Couple of White Chicks at the Hairdresser (2007) Character: Barbara
"A COUPLE OF WHITE CHICKS AT THE HAIRDRESSER" is a Dramady about two very different women who develop an unexpected friendship that is sometimes poignant, sometimes hilarious. And always very real. In the pathos of their competition they find their adversary becomes their best friend.
The Princess and the Cabbie The Princess and the Cabbie (1981) Character: Carol
A young woman works to overcome her dyslexia with the help of a good-hearted cab driver.
All Star Party for Lucille Ball All Star Party for Lucille Ball (1984) Character: Self
A tribute to Lucille ball, with an humanitarian award for her quest to end juvenile diabetes.
Vanished Without a Trace Vanished Without a Trace (1999) Character: Elizabeth Porterson
A woman simply refuses to accept the kidnapping of her 13 year old daughter and relentlessly pursues the villain's capture.
NBC 75th Anniversary Special NBC 75th Anniversary Special (2002) Character: Self
A celebration of NBC's 75 year history, featuring clips of special moments.
TV's All-Time #1s TV's All-Time #1s (1997) Character: Self/Host
Host Shelly Long takes viewers on a journey through some of television's most-watched moments of all time.
Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC Happy Birthday, Bob: 50 Stars Salute Your 50 Years with NBC (1988) Character: Self
Stars celebrate Bob Hope's 50 years with NBC.
The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic The Best of Disney: 50 Years of Magic (1991) Character: Self
Celebrities salute Disney Studios' 50th year in Burbank, California.
The Santa Trap The Santa Trap (2002) Character: Molly Emerson
It's Christmas Eve and Judy Emerson is told there's no such thing as Santa. Determined to prove her family wrong, she sets an elaborate trap and successfully captures Santa Claus himself. But her parents think the jolly old elf is a burglar and have Santa arrested.
A Small Circle of Friends A Small Circle of Friends (1980) Character: Alice
In the late 1960s, three Harvard students Jessica, Leo and Nick grow close as they undergo personal changes, but their friendship is jeopardized by romantic feelings both men develop for Jessica.
A Place In The Heart A Place In The Heart (2014) Character: Nona
During spring break, Nathan Hanighan returns home with a ring for his high school sweetheart only to find she had fallen for his best friend. Heartbroken, he moves to Angler Island but circumstances force Nathan to return to Shelton Harbor. Living with his grandmother, Hanighan begins falling for his grandmother’s caregiver Miranda his former best friend’s sister.
Night Shift Night Shift (1982) Character: Belinda Keaton
A nebbish of a morgue attendant gets shunted back to the night shift where he is shackled with an obnoxious neophyte partner who dreams of the "one great idea" for success. His life takes a bizarre turn when a prostitute neighbor complains about the loss of her pimp. His partner, upon hearing the situation, suggests that they fill that opening themselves using the morgue at night.
Zombie Hamlet Zombie Hamlet (2012) Character: Shine Reynolds
Desperate filmmaker Osric Taylor dreams of making his civil war Hamlet but when production funding dries up, he agrees to take southern matron Hester Beauchamps offer to fund the film if he throws some zombies in it to make their money back. But when Hester dies in mid shoot, Osric dresses up as Hester to cash the last check and awakens the suspicions of both the local police and ambitious local news reporter Shine Reynolds. Inspired by an actual incident.
Caveman Caveman (1981) Character: Tala
Disgraced and cast out of his tribe for lusting after Lana, the mate of the tribe's head muscle man, Atouk stumbles along gathering other misfits and learning a bit about the world outside of his cave. Eventually he and friends Lar and Tala learn the secrets of fire, cooked meat, and how to defend themselves from the brutal, yet very stupid dinosaurs.
The Adventures of Ragtime The Adventures of Ragtime (1998) Character: Sam
Ragtime is a miniature pet horse and the kids love him. But villains Sam and Lester think Ragtime can be their meal ticket. They kidnap the horse for ransom. Ragtime out-smarts the bad guys who are then happy to be hauled off to prison.
The Promise of Love The Promise of Love (1980) Character: Lorraine
A teenage bride becomes a war widow when her Marine Corps husband is killed in Vietnam, until into her life comes a civilian recreation director who works at Camp Pendleton.
Memories of M*A*S*H Memories of M*A*S*H (1991) Character: Self / Host
Hosted by one-time M*A*S*H guest star Shelley Long, “Memories of M*A*S*H” included brand-new interviews with the cast as well as producers, creators and guest-stars. The 90-minute retrospective aired on November 25th, 1991 on CBS as part of its “Classic Weekend II,” which also included “The Bob Newhart 19th Anniversary Special” and “The Best of Ed Sullivan II.” Dozens of clips from over over sixty different episodes were shown. It was the brain-child of Michael Hirsh (also responsible for “Making M*A*S*H”) and coincided with the 20th anniversary of M*A*S*H.
Best Man Down Best Man Down (2012) Character: Gail
A newlywed couple cancels their honeymoon and returns to the snowy Midwest to make the funeral arrangements for their best man, who died unexpectedly after their ceremony.
The Wedding Chapel The Wedding Chapel (2013) Character: Jeanie Robertson
Uninspired and newly single painter Sara is down on her luck and wants nothing more than to get away from her problems. When she decides to take a trip to visit her mom, she becomes involved in the efforts to save a local church which is in danger of closing down.
Strawberry Summer Strawberry Summer (2012) Character: Eileen Landon
High school music teacher Beth Landon puts herself on the line when she invites world-famous country singer Jason Keith to perform at her rural town's Strawberry Festival. A one-hit wonder with a horrible rep for cancelling shows and copping an attitude, Jason isn't what Beth's mother, Eileen, considers a reliable musical act for the beloved festival, which she is proudly hosting with her good friend Ruth. Beth, reigning as Strawberry Queen, attempts to stick up for her favorite singer, but when she finally meets Jason face-to-face, it becomes obvious it won't be easy. But behind Jason's rock star image, he's hiding a secret about his past that could turn his tanking career around. Along with his manager Ray, Beth convinces Jason the festival gig is a great way to revitalize his career and win back his audience appeal. As Jason spends more time with Beth, his attitude starts to fade as they each encourage the other to realize their deepest dreams as talented musicians.
Outrageous Fortune Outrageous Fortune (1987) Character: Lauren Ames
Refined actress Lauren Ames finally has a chance to study with the great theatre professor Stanislav Korzenowski. Sandy Brozinsky, a brash, loud actress, decides through happenstance to also study with Korzenowski. The two women end up dating the same man (who turns out to be a double agent) and follow him across the country to force him to choose between them.
Holiday Engagement Holiday Engagement (2011) Character: Meredith Burns
Thirty-something Hillary Burns has spent her life trying to get the approval of her parents, in the shadow of her more successfully-attached siblings. So when Hillary's fiance, workaholic lawyer Jason King, dumps her because she isn't willing to relocate for his potential promotion, she panics because she had been promising to bring him home to meet her expectant family, whom she does not want to let down! As a last-minute idea, her best friend Sophie convinces her to actually hire someone to "play the role" of Jason for her return home on Thanksgiving.. leading to an interesting combination of sparks & revelations for all involved.
The Dog Who Saved the Holidays The Dog Who Saved the Holidays (2012) Character: Aunt Barbara
It's a sun-soaked holiday season for the Bannister family as they travel to Southern California to stay with Aunt Barbara, who surprises them with a new puppy named Eve. Everyone is smitten with Eve -- except for the Bannister's dog, Zeus, who sees what a mischievous animal she is when no one else is around. After deciding to run away, Zeus sees Ted and Stewey, two thrifty thieves, trying to break into the family home while the Bannisters are at church. It's up to Zeus and his newest sister Eve to join together to save the holidays for their family!
Merry In-Laws Merry In-Laws (2012) Character: Mrs. Claus
When down-to-earth Alex says yes to her boyfriend's marriage proposal, she has no idea that her future-in-laws are none other than Mr. and Mrs. Claus.
The Brady Bunch Movie The Brady Bunch Movie (1995) Character: Carol Brady
The original '70s TV family is now placed in the 1990s, where they're even more square and out of place than ever.
Irreconcilable Differences Irreconcilable Differences (1984) Character: Lucy Van Patten Brodsky
Alternating between the past and the present, a precocious little girl sues her selfish, career-driven parents for emancipation, surprising them both.
Welcome to Paradise Welcome to Paradise (1995) Character: Anne
Anne is feeling trapped by her life as housewife. She convinces Denise and Claire to take off for spring break at Paradise Beach, just like they did twenty years before. Claire, who works for Euro Tropic suntan lotion, tries to avoid falling in love with Jean-Luc, the new product spokesman. Denise rekindles her old relationship with Mark, the perennial lifeguard. And Anne is approached by George, the young desk manager at the hotel.
Honeymoon with Mom Honeymoon with Mom (2006) Character: Marla (Mom)
When Shannon is dumped at the altar, her single mother, Marla, suggests they take the planned honeymoon to a remote island resort together. Marla, a publisher of a top magazine, tells Shannon that the trip to paradise will make their relationship stronger, but she has ulterior motives: she needs a big interview to help her magazine, and the resort owner is the perfect catch.
Jingle Bells Jingle Bells (1999) Character: Mom (voice)
A family with very little money worries about not being able to buy presents for each other, until they receive a little inspiration from a Christmas legend.
Frozen Assets Frozen Assets (1992) Character: Dr. Grace Murdock
A man is hired to run a bank which turns out to be a sperm bank.
The Money Pit The Money Pit (1986) Character: Anna Crowley
After being evicted from their Manhattan apartment, a couple buy what looks like the home of their dreams—only to find themselves saddled with a bank-account-draining nightmare. Struggling to keep their relationship together as their rambling mansion falls to pieces around them, the two watch in hilarious horror as everything—including the kitchen sink—disappears into the Money Pit.
Freaky Friday Freaky Friday (1995) Character: Ellen Andrews
Fun-loving Annabelle Andrews and her uptight mother, Ellen, have a hard time getting along with each other. One Friday the 13th, they both wear magical necklaces that make them switch bodies for the day.
Pizza Man Pizza Man (2011) Character: Mrs. Burns
Matt Burns is many things — loser, dork, pizza delivery boy — but a hero isn't one of them. That is, until he is forced to eat a genetically-engineered tomato that was designed to create super soldiers. A routine pizza delivery turns into a fight for his life, when he accidentally stumbles into the middle of a heated corporate takeover that plans on using this science for world domination. Now, equipped with an indestructible body, advanced strength and a pizza parlor mascot costume, Matt must use his new power to fight evil, rescue the girl and save the day as the unlikeliest of super-heroes: Pizza Man!
A Message from Holly A Message from Holly (1992) Character: Kate
Kate is a high-powered, workaholic executive who discreetly takes time off from her work to live with her artist friend Holly, who reveals she has terminal cancer which leaves her with only six months left to live. Over the course of those months, things get tense after Kate accepts custody of Holly's daughter.
Holiday Road Trip Holiday Road Trip (2013) Character: Cynthia
Ashley Scott plays an executive for a company that produces pet supplies. Just after getting into a fight with her boyfriend about their relationship status, she takes up with the company's mascot and the company president's son on a road trip across America at Christmastime in an effort to get home for the holiday season.
The Cracker Factory The Cracker Factory (1979) Character: Clara
Drama depicting the problems of a suburban housewife suffering from fits of depression and alcoholism, and her stay in a psychiatric center after a feeble suicide attempt.
Susie Q Susie Q (1996) Character: Penny Sands
The ghost of a girl who died in 1955 appears to a troubled teen living in her old house.
Christmas in the Heartland Christmas in the Heartland (2017) Character: Judy Wilkins
Kara and Jessie are two teenage girls from very different worlds, but with a little Christmas magic, they find they have much more in common than they ever imagined.
The Brady Bunch in the White House The Brady Bunch in the White House (2002) Character: Carol Brady
Mike Brady becomes the President of the United States and names Carol as his V.P.!
Ice Dreams Ice Dreams (2009) Character: Harriet Clayton
Fourteen years after a tragic accident, former Olympian figure skater Amy Clayton agrees to coach a young student. In doing so, she must face the demons of her past and embark upon a journey of healing her shattered life and broken relationships. Being on the ice unearths painful memories while simultaneously re-awakening a quest and a dream she thought she had left behind.
A Very Brady Sequel A Very Brady Sequel (1996) Character: Carol Brady
A man claiming to be Carol Brady's long-lost first husband, Roy Martin, shows up at the suburban Brady residence one evening. An impostor, the man is actually determined to steal the Bradys' familiar horse statue, a $20-million ancient Asian artifact.
Losin' It Losin' It (1983) Character: Kathy
In 1965, four Los Angeles school friends -- Woody, Dave, Spider and Wendell -- go on a series of misadventures when they head to Tijuana, Mexico, for a night of cruisin', causing trouble, and to lose their virginity.
Troop Beverly Hills Troop Beverly Hills (1989) Character: Phyllis Nefler
A Beverly Hills housewife in the middle of a divorce tries to find focus in her life by taking over her daughter's Wilderness Girls troop.
The Cleaner The Cleaner (2021) Character: Sharon Enderly
When middle-aged house cleaner Buck Enderly takes on an eccentric new client, he gets roped into locating her estranged son. Buck tracks down the disturbed young man but in another twist of fate becomes an accomplice to a violent crime. Buck must then decide whether to hide the truth from his family or come clean with everyone and move on with his life
Falling in Love with the Girl Next Door Falling in Love with the Girl Next Door (2006) Character: Betsy Lucas
Mark Lucas and Theresa Connolly fall in love but their overbearing mothers ruin their wedding plans and possibly their future together.
A Different Kind of Christmas A Different Kind of Christmas (1996) Character: Elizabeth Gates
When you're the city attorney you don't need the kinds of problems that her father was giving her. After her mother died, her father began doing his "Santa Schtick," as she called it, much more intensely... which meant that he turned his home into a kind of year-round Santa Claus castle where children of all ages could come to see the wonderful presents and no child ever left without a gift.
Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90's Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90's (1993) Character: Fay Sommerfield
Newswoman Fay Sommerfield takes a morally outraged look at excessive violence, bad language and sacrilege that pass for entertainment in the early 90s. She illustrates this with clips from (fake) current hit films and music videos.
Different Flowers Different Flowers (2017) Character: Grandma Mildred
Uptight Millie Haven has always followed the rules, but when she has doubts before her big Kansas City wedding, her attitude-prone little sister Emma, the least likely of heroes, comes to the rescue. They embark on a spontaneous roadtrip to their grandmother’s farm where, with the help of Grandma Mildred, they rediscover their bond.
Hello Again Hello Again (1987) Character: Lucy Chadman
A suburban housewife chokes to death and is brought back to life by a spell cast by her wacky sister.
Don't Tell Her It's Me Don't Tell Her It's Me (1990) Character: Lizzie Potts
Gus is a fat cartoonist that recently won a battle against cancer, which explains his baldness. But he is also lonely. Therefore, his caring sister tries to set him up with suitable woman. But to do so, she must turn him into an irresistible man. When he falls in love with Emily, Gus takes the identity of a mysterious biker from New Zealand.
Fatal Memories Fatal Memories (1992) Character: Eileen Franklin Lipsker
Fact based story about a woman who after 20 years starts having memories of her own molestation by her father and the murder of one of her childhood playmates by him.
Dr. T & the Women Dr. T & the Women (2000) Character: Carolyn
A successful Texas gynecologist finds himself amid a bevy of women and their problems – his wife’s breakdown, his daughter's fake marriage, his other daughter’s conspiracy theories, and his secretary’s crush. Craving time for himself, he finds solace in a kind outsider.



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