Where Are They Now: 'Sleepless in Seattle' Cast - Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Ross Malinger, and More

Sleepless in Seattle has enchanted audiences and hopeless romantics worldwide for almost thirty years. This enduring 1993 film, directed by Nora Ephron, continues to resonate due to its touching tale of Sam Baldwin (portrayed by Tom Hanks), a widowed father, and his son Jonah (played by Ross Malinger), as they strive to rebuild their lives in Seattle.

Jonah becomes aware of his father's lingering unhappiness after the death of his mother. Determined to uplift his dad's spirits, Jonah takes the initiative to call a late-night radio talk show. The show's listeners grow enamored with Jonah's sincerity and his father, Sam, who eventually opens up about his innermost feelings on air. Among the listeners is Annie Reed, a reporter (played by Meg Ryan).

Although Annie is already engaged, a surge of emotion prompts her to write Sam a heartfelt letter. In the letter, she implores him to meet her atop the renowned Empire State Building in New York City on Valentine's Day. Leaving her dinner engagement with her fiancé (played by Bill Pullman), Annie heads straight to the rooftop, where Jonah and Sam eagerly await her arrival.

See below to discover what the cast of Sleepless in Seattle has been doing since 1993 and how they have been moving audiences with moments reminiscent of the iconic scene in An Affair to Remember.

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'Sleepless in Seattle' Cast: Where Are They Now? Tom Hanks, Meg Ryan, Ross Malinger and More

Sleepless in Seattle has captivated audiences — and hopeless romantics everywhere — for nearly three decades.

The 1993 film directed by Nora Ephron has endured the passage of time due to its poignant narrative about Sam Baldwin, a widowed father (portrayed by Tom Hanks), and his son Jonah (played by Ross Malinger), as they strive to rebuild their lives in Seattle.

Following the loss of his mother, Jonah becomes aware of his father's ongoing unhappiness, prompting him to make a late-night call to a radio talk show in hopes of finding him a companion. Listeners from various locations fall captivated by both Jonah and Sam, with Sam eventually opening up about his emotions on the show, captivating the attention of Annie Reed, a journalist (portrayed by Meg Ryan).

Despite her engagement, Annie pens a letter to Sam, beckoning him to rendezvous with her on the pinnacle of New York City's iconic Empire State Building on Valentine's Day. Disregarding her dinner plans with her betrothed (portrayed by Bill Pullman), she ventures towards the rooftop where Jonah and Sam anxiously await her arrival. This particular scene, derived from the timeless classic "An Affair to Remember," has subsequently ingrained itself into the hearts of admirers who yearn to emulate such a passionate interlude in their own personal narratives.

Scroll down to see what the cast of Sleepless in Seattle has been up to since 1993:

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Tom Hanks

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Meg Ryan

Ryan, played the role of reporter Annie Reed in the film, who falls in love with Sam after hearing him and his son on the radio. Apart from this, she has appeared in various other notable movies such as When a Man Loves a Woman, You've Got Mail, Kate & Leopold, In the Land of Women, and Ithaca, where she also served as the director. Moreover, Ryan lent her voice to the character of Anastasia in an animated film. In addition, she ventured into film production in 1995 and has been involved in projects like The Wedding Planner, Desert Saints, and Picture Paris.

The actress who starred in When Harry Met Sally, Meg Ryan, was previously married to Dennis Quaid for a decade, from 1991 to 2001. Their union produced a son named Jack. In addition to being a mother, Ryan also adopted a daughter named Daisy in January 2006. Following her divorce from Quaid, Ryan had an on-off relationship with John Mellencamp, a relationship that spanned from 2010 to 2019. Although they became engaged in 2018, our exclusive sources have confirmed that they called off the engagement the following year. While rumors circulated in September 2020 suggesting a possible reconciliation, we have exclusively confirmed in November 2022 that Mellencamp is now dating Marianelly Agosto.

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Ross Malinger

The child star started his acting career three years prior to playing Jonah Baldwin, Sam's adorable son. Following that role, Malinger went on to star in Good Advice, Nick Freno: Licensed Teacher, The Simple Life, Party of Five, and Recess, where he provided the voice for Theodore J. "T.J." Detweiler. In 2006, he made a brief appearance on one episode of Without a Trace before taking a break from acting.

Reportedly, Malinger worked as a manager at Automotive Legends until the store closed in 2009. Since then, he has maintained a low-key presence.

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Bill Pullman

Pullman played the role of Walter, Annie's dull fiancé, whom she eventually ends her relationship with. Afterward, the actor went on to appear in various films such as Wyatt Earp, Casper, Independence Day, Bringing Up Bobby, The Equalizer, Battle of the Sexes, and Dark Waters. On television, Pullman has been credited for his work in Revelations, Torchwood, 1600 Penn, and The Sinner. In 2000, Pullman made his directorial debut with The Virginian, a film that he also produced. Originally from New York, he made his first theater appearance in 2002's The Goat, or Who Is Sylvia? and has continued to perform in numerous productions, including All My Sons in 2019.

The former Montana State University professor married Tamara Hurwitz in 1987. The couple share three children: daughter Maesa and sons Jack and Lewis.

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Rosie O’Donnell

The comedian, Rosie O'Donnell, portrayed Annie's best friend Becky in a film. She later appeared in various movies such as Now and Then, Harriet the Spy, and Tarzan. O'Donnell also had notable television roles in The Fosters, SMILF, I Know This Much Is True, and The L Word: Generation Q. She is scheduled to make an appearance on the upcoming show A League of Their Own, following her role as Doris Murphy in the 1992 film of the same name. Additionally, O'Donnell was a creator and star of The Rosie O'Donnell Show for seven years, and later produced The Big Gay Sketch Show and The Specials. Originally from New York, O'Donnell served as a cohost on The View from 2006 to 2007 and from 2014 to 2015.

In 1995, O'Donnell adopted her son Parker and later went on to adopt daughter Chelsea and son Blake with her then-girlfriend Kelli Carpenter. They also welcomed daughter Vivienne through artificial insemination. Although their marriage in February 2004 was nullified a few months later, Carpenter did not move out of their family home until 2007.

The actress tied the knot with Michelle Rounds in June of 2012. Their union led to the adoption of their daughter, Dakota, the following year. Unfortunately, their relationship ended in November 2014. O'Donnell then found love again with Aimee Hauer in 2022. However, the couple decided to part ways only four months after making their romance public, as confirmed by Us in October 2022.

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Rita Wilson

Wilson, who played the role of Sam's sister Suzy, has had a successful career in both film and television. Some of her notable film credits include Jingle All the Way, Now and Then, Runaway Bride, Dawn Patrol, Gloria Bell, A Simple Wedding, and Boy Genius. She has also made appearances on The Good Wife, Full Circle, and Girls. Wilson, who hails from California, has produced films such as the My Big Fat Greek Wedding series, the Mamma Mia! movies, and A Man Called Ove. Additionally, she showcased her talent in the Broadway production of Chicago as Roxie Hart in 2006. In 2012, Wilson released her debut solo album titled AM/FM and has since released three more albums.

Aside from her successful career, Wilson has also overcome breast cancer and has been cancer-free since 2015. She has been married to Hanks since 1988 and together they have two children named Truman and Chet. Wilson also became the stepmother to Colin and Elizabeth, who are her husband's children from his previous marriage to Samantha.

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Victor Garber

Greg, played by Garber, was Suzy's husband in the show. He later achieved great success on television, appearing in popular series like Alias, Justice, Eli Stone, Deception, Web Therapy, The Flash, The Orville, Power, DC’s Legends of Tomorrow, and Family Law, which premiered in 2021. Additionally, he has an impressive list of film credits, including The First Wives Club, Titanic, Legally Blonde, Argo, and Happiest Season. As a native of Canada, Garber has also enjoyed a flourishing career in theater, with notable performances in Broadway's Damn Yankees, Arcadia, Present Laughter, and Hello, Dolly!

The Emmy-nominated actor married artist Rainer Andreesen in 2015 after dating for five years.

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Rob Reiner

Reiner played the role of Jay, Sam’s friend and dating advisor, in the show. He has also appeared in several other notable films such as The Story of Us, The Wolf of Wall Street, Shock and Awe, and the TV series New Girl. Reiner has an impressive list of over 50 writing credits, including the 2001 and 2013 Emmy Awards and the 2017 Kennedy Center Honors. Additionally, he is a renowned director and producer, having worked on popular films like When Harry Met Sally…, Misery, The Bucket List, Flipped, And So It Goes, and Being Charlie.

Reiner was previously married to Penny Marshall from 1971 to 1981. During their marriage, he adopted her daughter from her previous relationship, Tracy Reiner. In 1989, Reiner tied the knot with Michele Singer, with whom he has three children named Jake, Nick, and Romy.