She's witty. She's funny. She's even played White House Press Secretary Sean Spicer on more than a few episodes of Saturday Night Live. Who could this laugh-inducing comedian be? None other than Melissa McCarthy. Born on August 26, 1970 in Plainfield, Illinois, McCarthy has been active in her career as an actress, comedian, writer, and producer since the late-1990s. She became a household name during her time on the set of "Gilmore Girls".
In recent years, this talented woman has been ranked by Forbes as one of the highest-paid actresses on their lists. Her earnings have topped between $23 million and $33 million in both 2015 and 2016 respectively. And it's no surprise, given all her hard work. She even has her own fashion line! Trivia Fact: Melissa McCarthy is the cousin of Jenny McCarthy, Playboy model from the early 1990s.