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Carolyn Jones

Actress Carolyn Jones

Profession: Actress

Nationality:
United States of America
American

Biography: Carolyn Jones was an American actress who gained fame for her role as Morticia Addams on the popular 1960s television series The Addams Family. With her elegant demeanor and unique sense of style, Jones captivated audiences and became an iconic figure.

Jones began her acting career in the early 1950s, making appearances in various films and television shows. Her first significant role came in 1957 when she was cast as a psychiatric patient in the film The Bachelor Party, for which she earned an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress.

It was her portrayal of the darkly sophisticated Morticia Addams, however, that solidified Jones' place in television history. The popularity and cult status of the Addams Family, which aired from 1964 to 1966, ensured that her performance as Morticia would remain one of her most memorable and enduring roles.

Throughout her career, Carolyn Jones continued to work in film and television. Some of her notable appearances include the films Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) and House of Wax (1953), as well as guest spots on television shows like Batman and The Twilight Zone.

Born: April 28, 1930
Birthplace: Amarillo, Texas, USA

Generation: Silent Generation
Chinese Zodiac: Horse
Star Sign: Taurus

Died: August 3, 1983 (aged 53)


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