Patricia Heaton is an Emmy-winning actress whose diverse career has spanned television, theater, film, and publishing.
Heaton is perhaps best known for her role as Debra Barone on the beloved series Everybody Loves Raymond, for which she earned two Emmy Awards and seven nominations. She also starred in ABC’s critically acclaimed comedy The Middle as Frankie Heck.
Heaton's latest endeavor is her book Your Second Act. Inspired by her own life when her children left home, Heaton realized she had time to pursue long-held passions. This book explores the transformative journeys of others who, like her, have embraced new opportunities later in life.
Beyond acting, Heaton has a passion for entertaining, which led to the launch of her homewares line, Patricia Heaton Home, with Walmart, and her Emmy Award-winning Food Network show Patricia Heaton Parties. She also authored the cookbook, Patricia Heaton’s Food for Family & Friends, featuring easy, fun recipes for gatherings.
In 2001, Heaton co-founded FourBoys Films with her husband, David Hunt. The production company has produced films like Moms’ Night Out, Amazing Grace as well as The Engagement Ring.
Heaton is also a committed philanthropist and a founding member of World Vision’s Celebrity Ambassador Network, working on humanitarian projects in countries like Rwanda, Zambia, and Syria. More recently, in response to the events of October 7th, Heaton founded O7C, a movement calling on Christians and all people to stand visibly and vocally for Israel and against the rise of Antisemitism.
Patricia Heaton is a mother of four sons and resides in Los Angeles with her husband.
