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She studied journalism as an undergraduate, first at the University of Connecticut and then at New York University. During college, she acted in television commercials and the soap opera As the World Turns to earn extra money.
Meg graduated from Bethel high school in June 1979. Moving to New York, she attended New York University where she majored in journalism. To earn extra money while working on her degree, Meg went into acting using her new name Meg Ryan.
- November 19, 1961
Meg Ryan is an American actress and producer. She is best known for playing romantic characters on screen. While still in college, Meg decided to earn some extra money through acting and adopted her maternal grandmother’s maiden name ‘Ryan’ as her screen name.
But Ryan seemed to disappear from movie screens in an instant and in a recent interview with New York Times Magazine, the former America’s sweetheart said a single role as a schoolteacher in a racy R-rated film was enough to end her career.
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Her educational journey took her to St. Pius X Elementary School in Fairfield, and she later graduated from Bethel High School in 1979.
- Female
- 62 years old
- Actress
- November 19, 1961
6 days ago · Early Life and Education. Meg Ryan's journey to stardom began with a supportive family and a solid educational foundation. 01 Born Margaret Mary Emily Anne Hyra on November 19, 1961, in Fairfield, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Susan Jordan, a former actress, and Henry Hyra, a local businessman.
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Apr 2, 2014 · Ryan attended New York University, but dropped out after one semester to pursue an acting career. She took the stage name Meg Ryan, using her maternal grandmother's maiden name. Movies and TV...
