Molly Kathleen Ringwald, a versatile American actress, singer, dancer, and author, etched her name in the annals of entertainment history as the ‘teen queen’ of the ’80s.

Her remarkable association with director John Hughes, known for his coming-of-age movies, contributed significantly to her fame.

Ringwald’s journey in the world of entertainment commenced at a tender age, as she took the stage in a local production of ‘Alice in Wonderland’ at the age of five.

Although she ventured into French cinema in the ’90s, her return to American cinema and television ensured her enduring presence in the hearts of her audience.

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Father	Robert Ringwald
Mother	Adele Edith Frembd
Brothers	None
Sisters	Beth Ringwald, Kelly Ringwald
Boyfriends / Girlfriends	Not Known
Marital Status	Married
Partner	Panio Gianopoulos (m. 2017)
Sons	Roman Stylianos Gianopoulos
Daughters	Mathilda Ereni Gianopoulos, Adele Georgiana Gianopoulos

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• Born on February 18, 1968, in Roseville, California, USA, Molly is the daughter of Adele Edith and Robert Scott ‘Bob’ Ringwald. Her father, a blind jazz pianist, was the frontman and banjo player for the ‘Great Pacific Jazz Band,’ while her mother pursued a career as a pastry chef.

• Molly’s early affinity for acting manifested at the age of five when she played the role of ‘dormouse’ in a local production of ‘Alice in Wonderland.’

• Even before her teenage years, Molly demonstrated her multifaceted talents, releasing a jazz album titled ‘I Wanna Be Loved by You’ at the age of six, collaborating with her father’s band. She also portrayed a ‘Mouseketeer’ on Disney Channel’s ‘The New Mickey Mouse Club.’

• Her television and film career gained momentum in 1979, with appearances in popular series like ‘The Facts of Life’ and ‘Diff’rent Strokes.’

• Venturing into music, Molly lent her vocals as the lead vocalist for Disney albums such as ‘Yankee Doodle Mickey’ and ‘Disney’s Christmas Album’ in 1980, singing patriotic tunes like “This is My Country” and “God Bless America.”

• Molly’s breakthrough on the big screen came with the film adaptation of Shakespeare’s ‘The Tempest’ in 1982, earning her a ‘Golden Globe’ nomination.

• Her collaboration with director John Hughes proved transformative, catapulting her to stardom with the coming-of-age comedy ‘Sixteen Candles’ in 1984.

• Throughout the ’80s, Molly delivered memorable performances in iconic films like ‘The Breakfast Club’ (1985), ‘Pretty in Pink’ (1986), ‘The Pick-up Artist’ (1987), and ‘Fresh Horses’ (1988).

• She made headlines in 1987 for reportedly turning down the lead role in John Hughes’ ‘Some Kind of Wonderful’ and rejecting roles in blockbuster movies like ‘Pretty Woman’ (1990) and ‘Ghost’ (1990).

• Disheartened by a series of unsuccessful roles, Molly took a bold step, moving to France, where she honed her acting skills in French movies and theatre productions. Despite this, she eventually returned to the United States.

• Post her French escapade, Molly showcased her acting prowess in the TV adaptation of Stephen King’s ‘The Stand’ in 1994, signaling her return to American screens.

• Molly navigated through diverse roles, featuring in the made-for-TV movie ‘Since You’ve Been Gone’ in 1998 and contributing to Paula Vogel’s play ‘How I Learned to Drive’ in 1999.

• Noteworthy cameos included her appearance in the parody film ‘Not Another Teen Movie’ (2001), earning her an ‘MTV Movie Award’ nomination for ‘Best Cameo.’

• Molly’s career in the 2000s saw her portraying ‘Anne Juergens’ in the American teen drama ‘The Secret Life of the American Teenager’ (2008–2013).

• In 2013, Molly released her jazz album ‘Except Sometimes’ and graced the Lifetime Christmas special ‘Wishin’ and Hopin’.’ She also took on a recurring role in the TV series ‘Raising Expectations’ in 2016.

• Continuing her career, Molly joined the cast of the biographical crime drama ‘King Cobra’ (2016) and played ‘Mary Andrew’ in CW’s teen drama series ‘Riverdale’ (2017).

• Recent endeavors include significant roles in films like ‘All These Small Moments,’ ‘The Kissing Booth,’ and ‘Siberia’ (2018), as well as reprising her role as ‘Mrs. Flynn’ in ‘The Kissing Booth 2’ (2020).

• Molly Ringwald’s enduring legacy is closely tied to her pivotal roles in John Hughes’ coming-of-age classics such as ‘Sixteen Candles,’ ‘The Breakfast Club,’ and ‘Pretty in Pink.’

• Recognitions for Molly’s early work include nominations for a ‘Golden Globe’ and a ‘Young Artist Award’ for her role in ‘Tempest,’ and a ‘Young Artist Award’ win for ‘Sixteen Candles’ (1985).

• Notable for her personal life, Molly has been married twice. Her first marriage to French writer Valéry Lameignère in 1999 ended in divorce. She then married Greek-American writer and book editor Panio Gianopoulos in 2007, and the couple shares three children: Mathilda Ereni, Adele Georgiana, and Roman Stylianos.

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