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Sandra Bernhard
Career
Active 1977 – present
Biography
About Sandra Bernhard
American actress, comedian, and musician Sandra Bernhard was born in Flint, Michigan, on June 6, 1955. She began her career in stand-up comedy in the late 1970s, quickly gaining attention for her sharp critiques of celebrity culture and political figures. Her breakout TV role came as Nancy Bartlett Thomas on the ABC sitcom Roseanne, a part she played from 1991 until the show ended in 1997. She later appeared as Nurse Judy Kubrak in the FX drama series Pose.
Bernhard is of Ashkenazi Jewish descent and is openly bisexual. She has been active in entertainment since 1977, spanning nearly five decades. Comedy Central ranked her number 96 on its list of the 100 greatest stand-ups of all time. She has a slim build, stands 5'10" tall, and has auburn hair and brown eyes. Her Instagram following has grown to 224k, reflecting her enduring presence in comedy and acting.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Years Active
- 1977-present (started around 22 years old; 49 years active)
- Birthplace
- Flint, Michigan, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Bisexual
Body
- Hair Color
- Auburn
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Weight
- 143 lbs (or 65 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Extra
- Instagram Followers
- 224k (as of April 2026)
Frequently asked
What is Sandra Bernhard best known for?
She gained fame in the late 1970s stand-up comedy scene and later played Nancy Bartlett Thomas on the sitcom Roseanne from 1991 to 1997, as well as Nurse Judy Kubrak in the drama Pose.
How has her career spanned such a long period?
Bernhard has been active since 1977, starting around age 22, and has worked continuously for 49 years across comedy, acting, and music.
Is Sandra Bernhard openly bisexual?
Yes, she is openly bisexual, which she has acknowledged publicly.
Did you know
- Comedy Central ranked her number 96 on its list of the 100 greatest stand-ups of all time.
- She has been active in entertainment for 49 years, beginning in 1977.
- Her role on Roseanne marked a long-running stint, lasting from 1991 until the show's end in 1997.
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