Jane Lynch stars as Coach Sue Sylvester on Fox TV's hit musical series "Glee."
This weekend, television fans around the world will be tuning into the Primetime Emmy Awards telecast. And if they’re devotees of "Glee," they’ll likely be cheering for Jane Lynch, who plays cheerleading coach Sue Sylvester on Fox’s musical phenomenon. "Glee" is nominated for 19 Emmys — including a best supporting actress nod for Lynch. She's also nominated for a guest spot on "Two and a Half Men."
We talk with Lynch about her illustrious TV and film career — which includes scene-stealing roles in "The 40-Year-Old Virgin," "Role Models," "Julie and Julia," "Best in Show," and "A Mighty Wind." We also chat about being gay in Hollywood, and mastering her newest roles as stepmom and wife.
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