Is Nia Vardalos Jewish?

Nia Vardalos is a Canadian-American actress, screenwriter, and producer best known for writing and starring in the hit film "My Big Fat Greek Wedding."

Nia Vardalos was born on September 24, 1962, in Winnipeg, Manitoba, Canada. She grew up in a Greek-Canadian family and attended Ryerson University in Toronto.

Vardalos married American actor Ian Gomez in 1993. The couple adopted a daughter in 2008. They later divorced in 2018.

Vardalos achieved widespread recognition for her work on "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," which became one of the highest-grossing independent films of all time. She has also worked as a screenwriter, producer, and actress in various other projects.

Besides "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," Vardalos received an Academy Award nomination for Best Original Screenplay and has written and starred in other films like "Connie and Carla" and "My Life in Ruins."

Vardalos has largely avoided major scandals or controversies, maintaining a positive public image throughout her career.

Vardalos is best known for creating "My Big Fat Greek Wedding," but she has also authored books, including "Instant Mom," which details her experiences with adoption.