Meg Ryan is an American actress and film producer who rose to fame as a romantic comedy star of the 1990s. Ryan’s journey in the entertainment world began during her college years when she acted in television commercials to earn extra money. Realizing her passion for acting, she decided to fully pursue a career in the field.
In 1981, she made her film debut with Rich and Famous, and shortly after, she gained early recognition for her role as Betsy Stewart in the daytime drama As the World Turns (1982–1984). Ryan’s breakthrough came in 1989 with her role in the romantic classic When Harry Met Sally…, where her iconic performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination and solidified her as a leading lady in Hollywood.
Her commercial success skyrocketed with the release of Sleepless in Seattle (1993), a box-office hit that paired her with Tom Hanks and established her as the face of romantic comedies. She continued her streak of successful films with memorable roles in When a Man Loves a Woman (1994), You’ve Got Mail (1998), Proof of Life (2000), and The Women (2008). Known for her charm, relatability, and emotional range, Ryan earned numerous awards throughout her career, including an MTV Movie Award, Screen Actors Guild Award, and American Comedy Award.
Beyond acting, Ryan has taken on producing roles and remains a significant figure in Hollywood. As for her personal life, she married actor Dennis Quaid in 1991, and the couple had one son, Jack Quaid, before divorcing in 2001. Despite stepping back from the spotlight in recent years, Meg Ryan remains an iconic figure.
Meg Ryan Personal Details:
- Complete Name: Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra
- Nicknames: Meg
- Date of Birth: November 19, 1961
- Birthplace: Fairfield, Connecticut, USA
- Nationality: American
- Occupation: Actress, Producer
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio
- Religion: Roman Catholic
- Race/Ethnicity: White (Polish, Irish, and German descent)
- Eye Color: Blue
- Hair Color: Blonde
Meg Ryan Body Measurements Height Weight Shoe Size Statistics
Meg Ryan Family Details:
- Father: Harry Hyra (Maths Teacher)
- Mother: Susan Jordan Duggan (Actress)
- Siblings: Andrew Hyra (Brother), Annie Hyra and Dana Hyra (Sisters)
- Spouse: Dennis Quaid (m. 1991–2001)
- Children: Jack Quaid (Son, actor), Daisy True Ryan (Adopted daughter)
Meg Ryan Relationships History:
- Dennis Quaid (1991–2001): Meg was married to actor Dennis Quaid for 10 years. They share a son, actor Jack Quaid.
- Russell Crowe (2000-2001): Briefly dated Crowe during the filming of Proof of Life.
- John Mellencamp (2010–2014, 2017–2019): Had an on-and-off relationship with the musician, getting engaged in 2018 before calling it off in 2019.
Meg Ryan Career Highlights:
- Early Career: Meg started as a commercial actress and gained her first major role in the soap opera “As the World Turns” (1982–1984). Her early film roles in Top Gun (1986) and Innerspace (1987) helped build her profile in Hollywood.
- Breakthrough Role: Meg became a household name with her role as Sally Albright in the romantic comedy “When Harry Met Sally…” (1989).
Meg Ryan Distinctive Features:
- Blue eyes
- Bold walking style
Meg Ryan Net Worth:
Meg Ryan’s net worth is estimated to be around $85 million, accumulated through acting, directing, and producing.
Meg Ryan Body Measurements:
Check out the actress Meg Ryan body measurements details like her weight, height, dress, waist, bust, hip, cup, and shoe size.
- Build: Slim
- Height in Feet: 5 feet 8 inches
- Height in Centimeters: 173 cm
- Weight in Kilograms: 57 kg
- Weight in Pounds: 125 lbs
- Cup Size: A
- Shoe Size: 11 (US)
- Dress Size: 6 (US)
- Body Measurements: 35-25-35
Meg Ryan Interesting Facts:
- Ryan has German, Polish, and Irish ancestry.
- Her real name is Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra.
- She stepped away from Hollywood in the mid-2000s to focus on raising her children.
- Meg was once Hollywood’s highest-paid actress, earning $10-15 million per film during the 1990s.
- She has a famous haircut by Sally Hershberger, named Meg in honor of her as she was the first to have it.
