Debra Messing
| Born | August 15, 1968 |
| Hometown | New York City, New York, United States |
| Net worth | $25 million |
| Height | 5'8" (1.73m) |
| Spouse | Daniel Zelman |
| Children | Roman Walker Zelman |
| Parents | Sandra Simons, Brian Messing |
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AWARDS
| Year | Associations | Category | Work | Result |
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| 2019 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy | Will & Grace | Nominated |
| 2009 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Television Series - Musical or Comedy | The Starter Wife | Nominated |
| 2008 | Golden Globe | Best Performance by an Actress in a Limited Series or Motion Picture Made | The Starter Wife | Nominated |
| 2008 | Screen Actors Guild Awards | Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Television Movie or Miniseries | The Starter Wife | Nominated |
| 2007 | Emmy (Primetime) | Outstanding Lead Actress in a Miniseries or Movie | The Starter Wife | Nominated |
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