Melinda Darlene Hunt (born July 7, 1970) is an American actress, producer and television writer, best known for creating and producing the Showtime series The Big C.[1] Hunt is from Lebanon Junction, Kentucky and attended Northwestern University.
The series revolved around the life of suburban wife and high-school teacher Cathy Jaminson, who is diagnosed with melanoma.
[7] Hunt is also one of several executive producers of the Fox series Call Me Kat, which premiered on January 3, 2021.
Other executive producers on that series include Mayim Bialik and Jim Parsons.
[2] As an actress, she is known for her recurring roles in television shows such as Parks and Recreation, Help Me Help You, and Suburgatory.