Actress Merman of "Anything Goes"

Published by Naitik Mehta · March 14, 2026

Stuck on the clue Actress Merman of "Anything Goes" from the New York Times Mini for March 14, 2026? We have the correct 5-letter answer, including the definition, alternative hints, as well as other answers from the same crossword. Ready to learn more about this clue?

Clue

Actress Merman of "Anything Goes" (5)

Answer

The answer to Actress Merman of "Anything Goes" is Ethel (5 letters).

Why does Ethel fit this clue?

This is a straightforward crossword clue that uses a person's profession and notable work to identify ETHEL, referring to Ethel Merman. Ethel Merman was an American actress and singer who became one of Broadway's biggest stars in the mid-20th century. She originated the role of Reno Sweeney in Cole Porter's musical 'Anything Goes' when it premiered on Broadway in 1934, delivering powerhouse vocals that made songs like 'I Get a Kick Out of You' iconic. Merman's booming voice and commanding stage presence made her synonymous with Broadway musicals, and 'Anything Goes' remains one of her most celebrated performances.

What does Actress Merman of "Anything Goes" mean?

We break down each word in the clue and show its dictionary definitions below.

Merman

proper noun

•surname of Broadway actress and singer Ethel Merman

Anything Goes

proper noun

•1934 Broadway musical with songs by Cole Porter

Where did this clue appear?

This clue appeared as 12-across in the New York Times Mini on March 14, 2026, by Joel Fagliano. See all answers for this puzzle.

NYT Mini — Mar 14, 2026

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What does Ethel mean?

proper noun

•a female given name, in this context referring to Ethel Merman, the American actress and singer famous for Broadway musicals including 'Anything Goes'

How to use Ethel in a sentence

Here are 3 examples of how to use the word Ethel.

•“Ethel Merman's powerful voice and dynamic stage presence made her the perfect choice to originate the role of Reno Sweeney in Cole Porter's musical 'Anything Goes.'”

•“My grandmother Ethel was known throughout the neighborhood for her delicious apple pies and warm hospitality.”

•“When Ethel retired from teaching after forty years, the entire school district came together to honor her dedication to education.”

What are other crossword clues for Ethel?

“Neighbor of Ricky and Lucy, on 1950s TV” (5)

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The New York Times Mini for March 14, 2026 was published by Joel Fagliano and has 16 clues. Curious about all the answers from this crossword puzzle? View all answers here.

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What is the answer to Actress Merman of "Anything Goes"?: The answer is Ethel (5 letters).
Where did this clue appear?: This clue was last seen in the New York Times Mini on March 14, 2026.
How many letters does the answer to Actress Merman of "Anything Goes" have?: The answer has 5 letters: Ethel.

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