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Judy Tenuta Biography and Full Filmography - MovieWise

Quick Facts

Born:
1949-11-07

Birthplace:
Chicago, Illinois, USA

Credits:
46 Total Roles

Judy Tenuta

Acting

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Biography

Judy Lynn Tenuta (born November 7, 1949 but with a claimed birthdate of 1965) was an American comedian, actress, and comedy musician. She was known for her whimsical and brash persona of "The Love Goddess," mixing insult comedy, observational humor, self-promotion, and bawdy onstage antics. Throughout her career, Tenuta built a niche but devoted following, particularly among members of the LGBTQ community. Tenuta wrote two comedy books and received two Grammy nominations for "Best Comedy Album".

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Known For

Full Filmography

Year Title Role
2023 Out of the Loop MOVIE Self
2020 There's No Such Thing as Vampires MOVIE Barbecue Becky
2018 Deadly Crush MOVIE Claire Voyant
2018 Celluloid Soul MOVIE Dr. Mulavey
2018 Garlic and Gunpowder MOVIE Evelyn 'Evvy' Hancock
2017 I Am Sam Kinison MOVIE Self
2017 Scales MOVIE Shopkeeper
2016 Mighty Magiswords TV Queen Porcina (voice)
2014 Monsters on Main Street MOVIE Self
2013 First Period MOVIE Madame Mulva

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