Melissa McCarthy

Melissa McCarthy (born August 26, 1970) is an American actress and comedienne. She is known for her role as Sookie St. James on The WB television show "Gilmore Girls" and "Dena" on "Samantha Who?". She starred in the CBS sitcom "Mike &amp; Molly", from 2010-2016.
She also starred in the movies "Bridesmaids" (for which she was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress), "Identity Thief", "Spy" and "Life of the Party".