Carol Ann Susi was an American actress best known for her role as the voice of the unseen character Mrs. Wolowitz on the television series The Big Bang Theory (2007). Born on February 2, 1952, in Brooklyn, New York, she had a successful career in both television and theater.
Personal and Family Life
Carol Ann Susi was born in Brooklyn to a family of Italian descent. She studied acting at HB Studio in New York City, where she developed her passion for the performing arts. In the 1970s, she moved to Los Angeles to pursue her acting career further.
Career Highlights
Susi made her screen debut in Kolchak: The Night Stalker in 1974. Throughout her career, she appeared in various films and television shows, showcasing her deep, raspy voice, which became one of her trademarks. In addition to her most famous role, she had extensive experience in live theater and even voiced characters in video games.
Death and Legacy
Carol Ann Susi passed away on November 11, 2014, in Los Angeles, California, due to cancer, at the age of 62. Her legacy lives on through her memorable performances, especially as Mrs. Wolowitz, which left a lasting impression on the fans of The Big Bang Theory.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jane Austen’s Mafia! | 1998-07-24 | Clamato’s Wife |
| Love Scenes | 1984-01-01 | Susan |
| The Secret of My Success | 1987-04-10 | Jean |
| Eat Your Heart Out | 1997-01-01 | Cynthia |
| Outrageous Fortune | 1987-01-30 | Receptionist |
| Just Desserts | 2004-01-01 | Mrs. Guzzi |
| Donor | 1990-12-09 | Berlinetti |
| Wedding Band | 1990-03-02 | Angela |
| Crackle of Death | 1976-03-28 | Monique Marmelstein |
| Just Go with It | 2011-02-10 | Mrs. Maccabee |
| My Blue Heaven | 1990-08-17 | Filomena |
| Kolchak: The Night Stalker | 1974-09-13 | Monique Marmelstein |
| The Big Bang Theory | 2007-09-24 | Debbie Wolowitz (voice) |
| Young Sheldon | 2017-09-25 | Mrs. Wolowitz (voice) |