Who is Beth Broderick?6 things to know about the actress

May 2024 · 4 minute read

Beth Broderick is a successful American actress whose versatility has allowed her to adapt to directing and writing for which she has also been successful. She studied at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Pasadena, California. She is also a philanthropist and activist who has dedicated her life to different causes, including AIDS, which she has actively fought since the 1980s. She is popular for playing the role of Zelda Spellman in the TV sitcom Sabrina the Teenage Witch.

Who is Beth Broderick?

Elizabeth Alice Broderick was born on February 24, 1959, to Thomas Joseph Broderick and Nina Lou Broderick, who raised her with her three siblings (two sisters and one brother) in Huntington Beach, California. Although her parents divorced when she was young, at the age of 9 to be precise, her father remained very involved in their lives.

Her love for the theater was regained and remained with hera child. After high school, she went to the American Academy of Dramatic Arts in Pasadena to learn the skills to pursue her dream. After graduating, she moved to New York to start her acting career in earnest.

Although she started off a bit difficult, she had the privilege of appearing in many movies and TV series. They include Lovers (1983) where she made her debut, Bordello: House of the Rising Sun (1985), and Sex Appeal (1986). In 1988, she had her first major role in the film, Robbing the House

Beth Broderick went ahead to star in Man of the Year, Maternal InstinctPsycho Beach PartyThe Inner CircleBreast Men, and Fools Rush (1997) where Beth played the seductive neighbor Leslie, who everything is done to seduce the young and innocent Alan Appleby, played by Jonathan Silverman.

Her television appearances include The 5 Mrs. BuchanansSupernaturalNorthern ExposureDay of GloryFlaming HeartLostCSI: MiamiCastle, and Influence among others. Beth Broderick is also an activist who seems passionate about human issues, especially women. She currently resides in Texas.

6 things to know about the actress

1. Adult film appearances

Beth Broderick began her acting career in the adult film industry and has featured in at least two adult films. She starred in both films as a lesbian. The first film was titled Lover and was released in 1983. The second film was titled Bordello: House of the Rising Sun, it was released in 1985 and it played the lead role of Norris O’Neal. Both adult films were financially unprofitable.

2. Relationship and marriages

While working as an actress on the set of The Bonfire of the Vanities in 1990, she reportedly began dating the director, Brian De Palma. They started dating in April 1990 and stopped dating exactly one year later, in April 1991. This relationship was undoubtedly unique.

In 1997, Beth met Grammy-nominated singer Brian Porizek, and they began dating. A year later, in January 1998, they got married and divorced in July 2000, just two years later.

In 2004 Broderick met Scott Paetty and they started dating. A year later, on April 29, 2005, they got married and have remained married ever since. Beth Broderick never had children herself.

3. Charitable work and philanthropy

Beth Broderick is a woman with a big heart and is committed to helping others. She is the founding director of an organization called “Momentum” based in New York, USA. The main objective of this organization is to help people living with AIDS and to help them lead a very fulfilling life.

Beth is also a founding member of another organization named “City Knights Rehabilitation Celebrity Action Council” program, based in Los Angeles, USA. This organization has programs to help women overcome substance abuse issues, provide shelter for homeless women, and provide job skills and training to help these women reunite with their families and regain control of their lives.

4. Beth Supports the Democratic Party

She is a Democrat while her father is a Republican. She says their differences have made their dinner conversations sometimes heated but very interesting, as each remains respectful but relentless in their position.

5. Body measurements

Blonde haired Beth Broderick is 173cm (5ft 9in) tall and weighs around 56kg (123lbs). She also has green eyes.

6. net worth

Since her official debut, Beth Broderick has built an impressive career. Beth is now worth around $3 million and has made most of her fortune from her acting career.

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