American actress Jane Marie Lynch was born on July 14, 1960, to a Catholic family in Evergreen Park, Illinois. Her father, Frank Lynch, was a banker, while her mother, Eileen Lynch, was a secretary turned homemaker. 

Lynch fell in love with acting in third grade and pursued the art even in her academic life. She attended Thorn Ridge High School, where she performed in the high school choir. In 1982, Lynch attended Illinois State University, Chicago, where she pursued a bachelor’s degree in theater. Later, she undertook a master’s in acting at Cornell University, New York.

Career

Jane Lynch’s career is a testament to her versatility and talent. While she is best known for her role in the American musical series “Glee,” where she portrayed the tyrannical cheerleading coach, Sue Sylvester, her repertoire extends far beyond this iconic role. She has made significant contributions to other television projects such as “Gilmore Girls,” “Two and a Half Men,” “Criminal Minds,” “The X Files,” “Weeds,” “Desperate Housewives,” and “L Word.” Her ability to host numerous TV shows and events has earned her numerous accolades from fans and critics, showcasing her diverse talents.

Lynch is also recognized for films like “Criminal Minds,” “Best in Show,” Two and a Half Men,” and “The 40-Year-Old Virgin”. She also hosted Hollywood Game Night from 2013 to 2020, for which she won two Emmys (2014–15).

Disability 

The 64-year-old American actress is completely deaf in her right ear. Lynch shared that a high fever she suffered from when she was just a baby left her with nerve deafness. The disability was discovered when she was seven years old while she and her brother were playing with a transistor radio.

Personal Life

In her personal life, Jane Lynch’s relationships have been a source of both joy and challenge. She met Dr. Lara Embry, a clinical psychologist, in 2009, and they got married on Memorial Day in 2010 in Massachusetts. However, the two divorced three years later, in 2014. Jane Lynch does not have biological children; however, when she married Lara Embry, the Glee star became a stepparent to Lara’s two daughters, Chase and Haden, a role that has undoubtedly shaped her life in profound ways.