Meg Ryan is back in the spotlight
The 61-year-old actor returns to Hollywood next month with his new movie What Happens Later
He made his directorial debut with the film “Ithaca” (2015), in which he also played a supporting role.
After being away from the industry for eight years, 61-year-old Meg Ryan is making her comeback with a new movie she co-wrote and directed.
Next month, the 61-year-old actor will grace Hollywood with his presence, marking his first acting return since his 2015 directorial debut “Ithaca.”
Ryan, who received special dispensation to promote the film during the ongoing SAG strike, also graces the cover of PEOPLE magazine; Here he candidly discusses the reasons behind his long absence from the entertainment industry and the driving forces that brought him back.
Who is Meg Ryan?
Meg Ryan, born Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra on November 19, 1961, in Fairfield, Connecticut, is a beloved American actress and director known for her endearing performances in numerous romantic comedies in the 1990s. Ryan’s career began on television with roles on popular soap operas such as “As the World Turns” and then broke into film with “Rich and Famous” (1981).
His breakthrough came with the romantic comedy “When Harry Met Sally…” (1989); Sally Albright’s portrayal here opposite Billy Crystal has become an iconic moment in cinema history, particularly in the famous restaurant scene. This movie made her America’s sweetheart.
Throughout the 1990s, Meg Ryan enjoyed a string of romantic comedy hits. “Sleepless in Seattle” (1993), opposite Tom Hanks, and “You’ve Got Mail” (1998), reuniting with Hanks, solidified his status as the genre’s leading man. Her captivating screen presence and undeniable chemistry with Hanks have endeared her to audiences worldwide.
Meg Ryan has also demonstrated her versatility by taking on dramatic roles. She received critical acclaim for her performance in the movie ‘When a Man Loves a Woman’ (1994), in which she played a woman struggling with alcoholism. In the early 2000s, Ryan continued his acting career with films such as ‘In the Cut’ (2003). and “Women” (2008). However, his focus began to shift towards directing. He made his directorial debut with the film “Ithaca” (2015), in which he also played a supporting role.
