Even though Miss Congeniality premiered well over 20 years ago, the iconic film is still one of those movies you gotta watch at least once. The movie, which features a star-studded cast including Sandra Bullock, Benjamin Bratt, Candice Bergen, Michael Caine, and William Shatner, has received a permanent spot in the cultural zeitgeist, and for good reason. Between the comedy, the costumes, and the one-liners that we can't stop quoting over and over again ("You want to hug me... You want to love me..."), Miss Congeniality is one of the most iconic movies of the early aughts.
Even though over two decades have passed since the movie first came out, the film's actors have gone on to do incredible things since then. From producing movies to starring in television series, here's what the Miss Congeniality cast is up to now.
Did you know that Sandra Bullock, who played the humorous FBI agent Gracie Hart in the buzzy 2000s movie, not only starred in it but produced it as well? Since then, she's gone on to appear in a long list of films. She also added a bunch of producer credits to her resume—her latest projects include [name of projects]. But did you also know that the San Francisco native also does voice acting?
Throughout the years, Michael Caine has been in an impressive number of movies. Following his role as Victor Melling in Miss Congeniality, he's continued to deliver outstanding performances. Is there anything Candice Bergen can't do? The funny actress, who also had roles in other buzzy 2000s films, has had a busy last few years. For starters, in 2018, she reprised her role as Murphy Brown in the series of the same name. She has also voiced more characters in animated shows and movies.
Since his appearance in Miss Congeniality, Benjamin Bratt has gone on to appear in countless television series. Melissa De Sousa, who took on the role of Karen, aka "New York," appeared in several television shows after filming. The cast of Miss Congeniality has certainly kept busy with their diverse range of projects.
Brittany, a freelance writer based in New York City, covers a wide range of topics in her writing, including fashion, beauty, food, and wellness. In her free time, she enjoys spending time at the library, playing with her cats, or exploring the Metropolitan Museum of Art.
