A Look Back at the Cast of My Big Fat Greek Wedding
What is My Big Fat Greek Wedding?
My Big Fat Greek Wedding is a 2002 romantic comedy movie written by and starring Nia Vardalos. It follows the story of a Greek-American woman who falls in love with a non-Greek man, leading to a clash of cultures that ultimately leads to acceptance and love. The movie was a critical and commercial success, earning over $241 million at the box office, and becoming the highest grossing romantic comedy of all time.
The Cast of My Big Fat Greek Wedding
The movie featured an ensemble cast of actors, including Nia Vardalos, John Corbett, Michael Constantine, Lainie Kazan, Andrea Martin, Ian Gomez, Joey Fatone, and Gia Carides. All of the actors were relatively unknown at the time of the movie’s release, but the success of the film helped launch their careers.
Nia Vardalos
Nia Vardalos played the lead role of Toula, a Greek-American woman who falls in love with a non-Greek man. She wrote the script for the movie, which was based on her own experiences. The success of the movie earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Writing, and she went on to have a successful career as a writer and actress.
John Corbett
John Corbett played the role of Ian, the non-Greek man who falls in love with Toula. Since appearing in My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Corbett has gone on to appear in numerous movies and TV shows, including Sex and the City, Parenthood, and United States of Tara.
Michael Constantine
Michael Constantine played the role of Toula’s father, Gus. He is best known for his role in the classic sitcom Room 222, and he has also appeared in numerous other TV shows and movies over the years.
Lainie Kazan
Lainie Kazan played the role of Maria, Toula’s mother. She has been a successful singer and actress for decades, and has appeared in numerous movies, TV shows, and Broadway musicals.
Andrea Martin
Andrea Martin played the role of Aunt Voula, Toula’s aunt. She is a comedy legend, having won two Emmy Awards, a Tony Award, and a Canadian Screen Award. She has appeared in a variety of movies and TV shows, including SCTV, Saturday Night Live, and Pippin.
Ian Gomez
Ian Gomez played the role of Mike, Toula’s brother. He is best known for his roles in The Drew Carey Show and Cougar Town, and he has also appeared in numerous other TV shows and movies over the years.
Joey Fatone
Joey Fatone played the role of Angelo, Toula’s cousin. He is best known as a former member of the pop group *NSYNC, but he has also had a successful acting career, appearing in My Big Fat Greek Wedding and its sequel, as well as in the TV series The Singing Bee.
Gia Carides
Gia Carides played the role of Nikki, Toula’s cousin. She is an Australian actress who has appeared in numerous movies and TV shows, including My Big Fat Greek Wedding and its sequel, as well as the Australian drama series The Secret Life of Us.