| Bonnie was raised in a low-income family where her father worked multiple jobs. |
| She had a job at a dairy shop during her school days, learning how to make Peanut Buster Parfaits. |
| While in high school, she volunteered extensively and received media attention. |
| Prior to her entertainment career, she worked as an oncology nurse. |
| She created a unique tap dance routine with metal thumbtacks on her shoe soles. |
| Established an improv group called An Impulsive Thing in 1984. |
| Had a significant role in the improv group Second City. |
| Caught the attention of her future husband John Murphy after one of her performances. |
| Made her Hollywood debut in 'Rain Man' after an audition during lunch. |
| Refused a role on 'Saturday Night Live' due to style differences with the producers. |
| 'The Bonnie Hunt Show' aired from 2008 to 2010. |
| Participated in various films including 'Jerry Maguire' and 'The Green Mile'. |
| Has not missed an opening day at Wrigley Field since 1977. |
| Lived with her mother during the COVID-19 pandemic until her mother's passing in 2021. |
| Her brother Kevin is a doctor with extensive humanitarian work in Africa. |
| Passionate about dogs, owning several with unique names. |
| Advocates for cancer patients and is involved with the Multiple Myeloma Research Foundation. |
| Has a sensitivity to colognes and perfumes. |
| Loves music and starts her day with her favorite songs. |
| Uses window shades to signal to neighbors that coffee is ready. |
| Has a friendship with singer-songwriter Brad Paisley who taught her to fly fish. |
| Inspired by the notion of not fearing failure in pursuing her career. |
