Melissa McCarthy - American Artist from 2016

Before the movie “Bridesmaids” was released, Melissa McCarthy was just another comedian trying to make it. However, her style sets her apart from any other actors out there, she is extremely funny and super creative.

The casting process for the movie was so unique that the Director, Feig was laughing uncontrollably by the end. McCarthy is very inventive with her acting, putting a 110% into all of her roles.

In fact, the actress never ceases to amaze the people she works with, adding a heart to each character she portrays. McCarthy is able give characters a dimension, from the strengths to the weaknesses they have, and it shines through on screen. No matter what the genre is, she manages to bring a bit of humanity to every single role, from drama to comedy.

In 2015, McCarthy was recognized with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame. Not to mention her Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in the film “Spy”. Then in 2016, she was named by Time as “one of the Top personalities in 2016”.

The feminine name Melissa is Greek in origin and means “bee”. The name was used for a nymph in Greek mythology that cared for young Zeus. It was also given to a fairy from Ludovico Ariosto’s poem “Orlando Furioso,” who helps the character Rogero escape from the witch.

The name has been in use since the 18th century as an English given name. There are many notable people with the name, like Melissa Errico the American singer.