Meg Ryan, the popular American actress of hit romantic comedies like “When Harry Met Sally,” “Sleepless in Seattle,” and “You’ve Got Mail” is still a well-recognized figure today. So what has she been up to lately?
Acting
Meg Ryan has been relentlessly devoted to her craft, appearing in various independent films like “Ithaca” (2015), “Fan Girl” (2020) and “Picture Paris” (2019). She even had a brief stint as the star of the 2014 television series “The Missing”. As if that wasn’t enough, she’s also made appearances on a number of TV shows such as The Ellen DeGeneres Show and The Today Show. Clearly, it goes without saying that Meg Ryan is an exceptional talent who continues to bring joy to audiences everywhere!
Directing
Not only has Meg Ryan been acting for years, but she’s now taken on the role of a director with her debut film “Ithaca.” Not to mention, Meg also served as an executive producer and even starred in it. Drawing inspiration from William Saroyan’s 1943 novel “The Human Comedy,” this heartfelt movie follows a courageous teenage boy who becomes a bicycle telegram messenger during WWII.
Producing
Meg Ryan has been a powerhouse of creative production, having produced the HBO film “Wild Iris” (2001) starring Laura Linney and Gena Rowlands as well as directing and starring in her own feature “Ithaca”. Moreover, she’s played an integral role in producing several other films and television shows.
Personal Life
Over the course of her successful career, Meg Ryan has had several attention-grabbing relationships. She was married to actor Dennis Quaid from 1991 to 2001 with whom she shares a son, Jack Quaid. In 2018 it was announced that she and musician John Mellencamp were engaged but unfortunately, they called off the engagement in 2019 culminating their romance.
Philanthropy
Throughout her illustrious career, Meg Ryan has been an ardent champion of numerous charitable causes. From the Starlight Children’s Foundation and Elizabeth Glaser Pediatric AIDS Foundation to the National Breast Cancer Coalition and St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital, she has actively contributed to various children-focused initiatives in order to make a difference in their lives.
All in all, Meg Ryan is still actively acting, directing, and producing films as well as engaging in charity work. In 2022 her fans will be able to experience one of her newest projects “The English Teacher”. As time passes we can expect to see the positive influence that Meg brings forward through entertainment and more!
