Rita Wilson reveals which A-listers she’s spoofing in Broadway’s ‘Celebrity Autobiography’
Rita Wilson is starring in the Broadway show 'Celebrity Autobiography,' where she humorously reads excerpts from the memoirs of famous women she has personally met, including Elizabeth Taylor, Pamela Anderson and Celine Dion. She emphasizes that her performances are not meant to mock, but rather to celebrate these women and the authenticity they bring to their life stories. Wilson, who has not written a memoir herself, appreciates the courage it takes to share personal experiences in the public eye.
- ▪Rita Wilson is performing in 'Celebrity Autobiography' on Broadway, spoofing memoirs of celebrities like Elizabeth Taylor, Pamela Anderson and Celine Dion.
- ▪She has personally met all three women and speaks highly of their authenticity, strength and personal journeys.
- ▪Wilson respects how Pamela Anderson has evolved beyond her sex symbol image and admires Celine Dion's courage in facing Stiff-person syndrome.
- ▪The show, now at the Shubert Theatre, runs until August 16 and features a rotating cast including Gayle King and Ralph Macchio.
- ▪Wilson, despite being in the public eye, considers herself a private person and has no plans to write a memoir.
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Entertainment exclusive Rita Wilson reveals which A-listers she’s spoofing in Broadway’s ‘Celebrity Autobiography’ By Angela Barbuti Published May 16, 2026, 11:07 a.m. ET She’s not judging these celebs by their book covers. Rita Wilson is back on Broadway in “Celebrity Autobiography,” where a rotating cast of famous faces playfully reads excerpts from the memoirs of A-listers — and finds the funny in their words. Wilson has met all the women whose tell-alls she’s spoofing — Elizabeth Taylor, Pamela Anderson and Celine Dion — and said she understands why they felt compelled to spill the tea in the pages of their life stories. 4 Rita Wilson is starring in “Celebrity Autobiography” on Broadway.
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