Carolyn Jones

Carolyn Jones was an American film and television actress known for her roles in The Addams Family and Dragnet.

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Profession :

TV Actress

Birthday :

April 28, 1930

Death Date:

August 03, 1983

Age :

53

Carolyn Jones, an American actress born on April 28, 1930, in Amarillo, Texas, gained fame for her portrayal of Morticia Addams in the TV series “The Addams Family”. Throughout the 1950s and 1960s, she appeared in various films and TV shows, such as “The Bachelor Party”, “Invasion of the Body Snatchers”, and “The Man Who Knew Too Much”. Her role in “The Bachelor Party” earned her an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress, while her performance in the TV movie “The Halloween Tree” won her a Golden Globe. Jones also received acclaim for her stage work, including productions like “The Night of the Iguana”.

Her television career began with the DuMont series Gruen Playhouse in 1952, followed by appearances in several episodes of Dragnet, starring Jack Webb, from 1953-1955. In addition to her acting career, Jones was known for her musical recordings, painting, and exhibiting her artwork in galleries across the country. Sadly, she passed away on August 3, 1983, in West Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, due to colon cancer.