Melinda Darlene Hunt is an American actress, producer and television writer, best known for creating and producing the Showtime series The Big C.

Career

As a writer, the Lebanon Junction, Kentucky native's credits include episodes of 90210, Will and Grace, The Goldbergs, and Save Me. She also created the critically acclaimed Showtime series, The Big C, starring Laura Linney. The series revolved around the life of suburban wife and high school teacher, Cathy Jaminson, who is diagnosed with melanoma. The Big C premiered on August 16, 2010 and concluded on May 20, 2013. She was nominated for a Golden Globe for being a producer on the series.

As an actress, she is known for her recurring roles in television shows such as: Parks and Recreation, Help Me Help You, and Suburgatory. In addition to television she has appeared in films such as I Heart Huckabees and Idiocracy.

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