Carly Hughes — Pics
Carly Hughes visited HollywoodLife for a photoshoot to discuss ‘American Housewife’s season 3 finale — a musical episode! The show follows Katie Otto (Katy Mixon) and her family of three kids and husband Greg as they navigate life in Westport, CT. Katie openly despises Westport, especially the stuck-up moms who live there. However, she meets Angela, played by Carly, and Doris (Ally Wong), and the three ladies bond over their hatred of Westport, family life and more. Carly’s Angela is an divorced lesbian with two kids. She’s a powerhouse lawyer who enjoys meditation and cannot seem to settle down with anyone she dates!
Carly Hughes’ Beginnings
Carly Hughes got her start as an actress on the stage and has had several Broadway roles, including in ‘Chicago.’
On ‘American Housewife’ Musical Episode
Carly brought her Broadway musical chops to the ‘American Housewife’ season 3 finale for the musical episode, that featured original music by Justin Paul!
On Her Background In Theater
“My background is theater for 20 years plus, so there’s something obviously preferable about that. You know, the live… I love a live performance. I love the audience,” Carly said about stage acting.
On How She Stays In Shape
Carly has a Fosse dance background and revealed in NYC she would take Fosse classes to stay in shape. Now, in LA, she does Platefit.
On New Music
In addition to ‘American Housewife,’ Carly is currently mixing three songs she worked on last year to be released.
On What She Wants For Angela In ‘American Housewife’
“We know Angela’s got two kids that she embodies with love and meditation and hugs. It would be nice for them to pop up!” Carly laughed about her hopes for future episodes on ‘American Housewife.’
On Her Broadway Career
Carly has starred in eight Broadway productions, including Pippin, Chicago, GHOST: The Musical, and How the Grinch Stole Christmas.
Carly Hughes’ Awards
In 2003, Carly received the prestigious Princess Grace Award for Acting and Excellence in the Arts.
Carly Hughes Also Stars In ‘Insatiable’
In addition to ‘American Housewife,’ Carly also has a recurring character on Netflix’s ‘Insatiable’ as Etta Mae Barnard.
Carly Hughes — Pics
Carly is known to her friends as “Crafty Carly,” and she spends time making handmade scarves and gift baskets.
