Meg Ryan American actress Meg Ryan, 2008, who is known especially for her roles as the plucky leading lady in such romantic comedies as When Harry Met Sally… (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and You've Got Mail (1998). (more) Meg Ryan American actress Ask the Chatbot a Question More Actions Share Share Share to social media Facebook X URL https://www.britannica.com/biography/Meg-Ryan Feedback Corrections? Updates? Omissions? Let us know if you have suggestions to improve this article (requires login). Feedback Type Select a type (Required) Factual Correction Spelling/Grammar Correction Link Correction Additional Information Other Your Feedback Submit Feedback Thank you for your feedback Our editors will review what you’ve submitted and determine whether to revise the article.

　　External Websites Ask the Chatbot a Question Also known as: Margaret Hyra, Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra Written by Fred Frommer Fred Frommer is a sports historian, author, and writer who has written for a host of national publications. Fred Frommer Fact-checked by The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Encyclopaedia Britannica's editors oversee subject areas in which they have extensive knowledge, whether from years of experience gained by working on that content or via study for an advanced degree. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. The Editors of Encyclopaedia Britannica Last Updated: Feb 12, 2025 • Article History Table of Contents Table of Contents Ask the Chatbot a Question Quick Facts Original name: Margaret Hyra In full: Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra (Show more) Born: November 19, 1961, Fairfield, Connecticut, U.S. (age 63) (Show more) Notable Family Members: spouse Dennis Quaid (Show more) Married To: Dennis Quaid (1991–2001) (Show more) Movies/Tv Shows (Acted In): "Ithaca" (2015) "Web Therapy" (2013) "Web Therapy" (2013) "Curb Your Enthusiasm" (2009) "Serious Moonlight" (2009) "The Women" (2008) "My Mom's New Boyfriend" (2008) "The Deal" (2008) "In the Land of Women" (2007) "The Simpsons" (2007) "Against the Ropes" (2004) "In the Cut" (2003) "Kate & Leopold" (2001) "Proof of Life" (2000) "Hanging Up" (2000) "You've Got Mail" (1998) "Hurlyburly" (1998) "City of Angels" (1998) "Anastasia" (1997) "Addicted to Love" (1997) "Courage Under Fire" (1996) "Restoration" (1995) "French Kiss" (1995) "I.Q." (1994) "When a Man Loves a Woman" (1994) "Flesh and Bone" (1993) "Sleepless in Seattle" (1993) "Prelude to a Kiss" (1992) "Captain Planet and the Planeteers" (1990–1991) "The Doors" (1991) "Joe Versus the Volcano" (1990) "When Harry Met Sally..." (1989) "The Presidio" (1988) "D.O.A." (1988) "Promised Land" (1987) "Innerspace" (1987) "Armed and Dangerous" (1986) "Top Gun" (1986) "Wildside" (1985) "Charles in Charge" (1984–1985) "As the World Turns" (1982–1984) "Amityville 3-D" (1983) "ABC Afterschool Specials" (1982) "One of the Boys" (1982) "Rich and Famous" (1981) (Show more) See all related content { "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "FAQPage", "mainEntity": [ { "@type" : "Question", "name" : " What are Meg Ryanu2019s most famous romantic comedies? ", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Meg Ryan is known for her roles in such romantic comedies as When Harry Met Sallyu2026 (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and Youu2019ve Got Mail (1998)." } } , { "@type" : "Question", "name" : " What was Meg Ryanu2019s first movie role? ", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Meg Ryanu2019s first movie role was in Rich and Famous (1981), in which she played the teenage daughter of a homemaker and novelist." } } , { "@type" : "Question", "name" : " Is Meg Ryan married, and does she have children? ", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Meg Ryan was married to Dennis Quaid from 1991 to 2001. The couple have one child, Jack Quaid (born 1992), who is also an actor. In 2006 Ryan adopted her daughter, Daisy True Ryan." } } , { "@type" : "Question", "name" : " What was the turning point in Meg Ryanu2019s career? ", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Meg Ryanu2019s career slowed down in the early 2000s after tabloids implied she was having an extramarital affair with Russell Crowe and after she went against her archetype by appearing in the erotic thriller In the Cut (2003)." } } , { "@type" : "Question", "name" : " What films has Meg Ryan directed? ", "acceptedAnswer" : { "@type" : "Answer", "text" : "Meg Ryan directed the films Ithaca (2015) and What Happens Later (2023)." } } ] } Top Questions What are Meg Ryan’s most famous romantic comedies? Meg Ryan is known for her roles in such romantic comedies as When Harry Met Sally… (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and You’ve Got Mail (1998).

　　What was Meg Ryan’s first movie role? Meg Ryan’s first movie role was in Rich and Famous (1981), in which she played the teenage daughter of a homemaker and novelist.

　　Is Meg Ryan married, and does she have children? Meg Ryan was married to Dennis Quaid from 1991 to 2001. The couple have one child, Jack Quaid (born 1992), who is also an actor. In 2006 Ryan adopted her daughter, Daisy True Ryan.

　　What was the turning point in Meg Ryan’s career? Meg Ryan’s career slowed down in the early 2000s after tabloids implied she was having an extramarital affair with Russell Crowe and after she went against her archetype by appearing in the erotic thriller In the Cut (2003).

　　What films has Meg Ryan directed? Meg Ryan directed the films Ithaca (2015) and What Happens Later (2023).

　　Meg Ryan (born November 19, 1961, Fairfield, Connecticut, U.S.) is an American actress known especially for her roles as the plucky leading lady in such romantic comedies as When Harry Met Sally… (1989), Sleepless in Seattle (1993), and You’ve Got Mail (1998). She later pursued roles behind the camera as well, directing the films Ithaca (2015) and What Happens Later (2023). Ryan was born Margaret Hyra to Susan (née Duggan) and Harry Hyra. Both were elementary school teachers and divorced when Meg Hyra was a teen. After graduating from high school, Hyra attended New York University (NYU) to study journalism ...(100 of 1023 words)

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