Lisa Ann Walter Bio | Wiki
Lisa Ann Walter is a preeminent television producer, comedian, and actress. She is best known for her roles as Melissa Schemmenti on the ABC mockumentary sitcom Abbott Elementary and Chessy in the romantic comedy film The Parent Trap. Furthermore, Lisa was previously the creator and executive producer of Dance Your Ass Off, an Oxygen network reality weight-loss competition series.
Her other reality television work includes winning a celebrity edition of the game show The Weakest Link and her stint as a judge on ABC’s reality television series The Next Best Thing: Who Is the Greatest Celebrity Impersonator? Additionally, she appeared in War of the Worlds, Shall We Dance, and Bruce Almighty. In addition, Lisa also created and starred in the short-lived 1996–1997 sitcom, Life’s Work.
Lisa Ann Walter Age
She was born on August 3, 1963, in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States. Lisa is 59 years old.
Lisa Ann Walter Height
She is a woman of average stature. Lisa stands at a height of 5 ft 4 in (Approx 1.63m).
Lisa Ann Walter Family
She was born to a geophysicist British father and a substitute-teacher mother in Silver Spring, Maryland, the United States. Lisa’s father was born in France of Alsatian descent. On the other hand, her mother was born in Sicily. Following their father’s work, the family lived in different places. Besides, she has an older sister named Laura. Furthermore, their childhood homes included the suburbs of Washington, D.C., and Germany.
Lisa Ann Walter Husband
She is currently divorced. Lisa was previously married to Sam Baum. He is an American actor and producer known for Law & Order (1990), Temps (1999), and Life’s Work (1996). From their marriage, they share two children, an appealing daughter named Delia Baum, and a stunning son called Jordan Baum. Sam and Lisa divorced in 1999. Furthermore, she also has two other stunning sons named Spencer Walter and Simon Walter.
Lisa Ann Walter Education
She attended a local high school and earned her diploma. Later, Lisa matriculated at the Catholic University of America in Washington, D.C., and graduated with a Bachelor of Fine Arts Degree in Theater in 1983.
Lisa Ann Walter Comedian
She was cast to star in her own Fox Network comedy series, My Wildest Dreams, after five years of standup comedy. This was followed by an ABC sitcom, Life’s Work, which Lisa both created and starred in. Furthermore, Lisa also co-starred in the NBC sitcom Emeril and in the Bravo series Breaking News. She co-starred in the Disney film The Parent Trap (1998) in addition to Shall We Dance (2004) and Bruce Almighty (2003). In addition, Lisa received the Virtuoso Award on October 20, 2022, at the San Diego International Film Festival. She appeared as a ballet coach, J.J., on Rizzoli & Isles.
Lisa Ann Walter Parent Trap | Role In Parent Trap | The Parent Trap
She co-starred as Chessy in the 1998 American romantic comedy film titled The Parent Trap. On July 29, 1998, the film was theatrically released in the United States. Furthermore, The Parent Trap also stars Lindsay Lohan, Natasha Richardson, and Dennis Quaid. In addition, the film was a box-office hit, grossing $92.1 million against a $15 million budget.
Lisa Ann Walter Abbott Elementary
She appears as second-grade teacher Melissa Schemmenti in the ABC comedy Abbott Elementary since 2021. On December 7, 2021, the American mockumentary sitcom television series premiered as a midseason entry in the 2021–22 television season. Furthermore, it was met with critical acclaim. Additionally, Abbott Elementary stars an ensemble cast including William Stanford Davis, Sheryl Lee Ralph, Chris Perfetti, Janelle James, Tyler James Williams, and Quinta Brunson. On September 21, 2022, the second season comprising of 22 episodes premiered.
Lisa Ann Walter Grey’s Anatomy
She portrayed Shirley Gregory in 2019 in Grey’s Anatomy episodes titled Reunited and My Shot. On March 27, 2005, the American medical drama television series debuted on ABC as a mid-season replacement. Furthermore, the series has been well-received by critics throughout much of its run. Additionally, it has also been included in various critics’ year-end top 10 lists.
Lisa Ann Walter War Of The Worlds
She portrayed Cheryl in the 2005 American science fiction action film titled War of the Worlds. On June 29, 2005, the film was released theatrically by Paramount Pictures. Furthermore, War of the Worlds stars an ensemble cast including Tim Robbins, Miranda Otto, Dakota Fanning, and Tom Cruise. In addition, the film grossed over $603 million globally and made it the fourth most successful film of 2005.
Lisa Ann Walter Movies And TV Shows
Filmography
Film
- Eddie (1996) as Claudine
- The Parent Trap (1998) as Chessy
- Get Your Stuff (2000) as Nancy Perry
- Early Bird Special (2001) as Janet
- Bruce Almighty (2003) as Debbie
- Shall We Dance? (2004) as Bobbie
- Stripped (2019) as Margot Mathison
- The Ice Cream Truck (2017) as Christina
- The LA Spinster (2015) as Lisa
- Dependent’s Day (2015) as Bette
- You Can’t Have It (2015) as Suzanne
Television
- My Wildest Dreams (1995) as Lisa McGinnis
- Life’s Work (1996-1997) as Lisa Ann Hunter
- Late Bloomer (1997) as Cassie Baltic
- The Love Boat: The Next Wave (1998) as Audrey Cranston
- Curb Your Enthusiasm (2000) as a Nurse
- Emeril (2000-2001) as Cassandra Gilman
- Strong Medicine (2001) as Rita Harper
- Abbott Elementary (2021-present) as Melissa Schemmenti
- 9-1-1 (2021) as Delia Narwood
- Sydney to the Max (2020) as Marlene
- Grey’s Anatomy (2005) as Shirley Gregory
- GLOW (2017) as Lorene
Lisa Ann Walter Net Worth
Having been working as an actress, comedian, and television producer for nearly two decades now, she has managed to garner good affluence in her career thus far. Online resources estimate Lisa’s net worth to be $16,661,116.
Who Is Lisa Ann Walter
She is a 59-year-old preeminent television producer, comedian, and actress best known for her roles as Melissa Schemmenti on the ABC mockumentary sitcom Abbott Elementary and Chessy in the romantic comedy film The Parent Trap. Furthermore, Lisa was previously the creator and executive producer of Dance Your Ass Off, an Oxygen network reality weight-loss competition series.
How Old Is Lisa Ann Walter
She is a 59-year-old born on August 3, 1963, in Silver Spring, Maryland, United States. Thus, Lisa relishes and commemorates her birthday on August 3 each and every year.