Patricia Wettig
| Born | December 4, 1951 |
| Hometown | Milford, Ohio, United States |
| Net worth | $25 million |
| Height | 5'5" (1.64m) |
| Spouse | Ken Olin |
| Children | Clifford Olin, Roxy Olin |
| Parents | Florence Wettig, Clifford Neal Wettig |
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Actress Mel Harris Gives Update on ‘Thirtysomething’ Sequel: ‘We’d All Love to Do It’
- In 1987, Thirtysomething, a TV drama about young adults navigating the rough waters of relationships, children and careers, became a hit. The series ran four seasons and won 13 Primetime Emmys. “I didn’t realize the friends I was making were for life,” Mel Harris, who played writer-turned-stay-at-home mom, Hope, tells Closer exclusively. “And I didn’t...
AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1991 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Drama | thirtysomething | Winner |
| 1991 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series | thirtysomething | Winner |
| 1990 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Drama Series | thirtysomething | Winner |
| 1988 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Drama Series | thirtysomething | Winner |
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