Joy Behar American Comedian From Brooklyn
Joy Behar · comedian and journalist · American
Known for
Biography
Joy Behar, born 7 October 1942 in Brooklyn, is an American comedian. Audiences know her from Manhattan Murder Mystery (1993) and Hall Pass (2011).
Early life
Her education includes HB Studio, Queens College (Bachelor of Arts) and Stony Brook University (Master of Arts).
Career
Her screen career on record begins in 1989 with Cookie. The 1990s brought This Is My Life (1992) and Love Is All There Is (1996). Joy Behar’s credits add up to 5 films and one TV series from 1989 to 2011. Among her other notable work is The View.
Recognition
Her awards include three Daytime Emmy Awards (2009, 2010 and 2011). The list of wins also includes a CableACE Award (1995) for Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist and an award at the GLAAD Media Awards (2010). Awards come to 5 wins in total.
Personal life
Former marriages on record are to Joseph Behar (1965 to 1981). She has one child on record.
Filmography
6 credits| Year | Title | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Hall Pass | Film | |
| 1996 | Love Is All There Is | Film | |
| 1993 | Manhattan Murder Mystery | Film | |
| 1992 | This Is My Life | Film | |
| 1990– | The Rock | TV series | |
| 1989 | Cookie | Film |
Awards and nominations
5 won, 0 nominated| Year | Award | For | Result |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host | The View | Won |
| 2010 | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host | The View | Won |
| 2010 | GLAAD Media Awards | Won | |
| 2009 | Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host | The View | Won |
| 1995 | CableACE Award | Dr. Katz, Professional Therapist | Won |
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Frequently asked questions
How old is Joy Behar?
Joy Behar is 84 years old, born on 7 October 1942 in Brooklyn.
What is Joy Behar known for?
Joy Behar is known for Manhattan Murder Mystery (1993) and Hall Pass (2011).
What is Joy Behar’s nationality?
Joy Behar is American, born in Brooklyn.
Who has Joy Behar been married to?
Joy Behar’s marriages on record are to Joseph Behar (1965 to 1981).
Has Joy Behar won any awards?
Yes. 5 awards are on record, including Daytime Emmy Award for Outstanding Talk Show Host (2011) for The View.
Sources
- Wikidata (Q2636981), accessed October 2026
- Photo: John Mathew Smith & www.celebrity-photos.com from Laurel Maryland, USA · CC BY-SA 2.0
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