Actress. She initially studied to become a teacher, but followed her dream to pursue a career in entertainment. After moving to New York, she made her professional debut on the Broadway stage in the production “Half a Sixpence” (1965 to 1966). This led to her more than thirty-year association with television beginning with an episode from the program “The Big Valley” (1967). In 1969, she married TV writer Richard Levinson (known for creating the series “Columbo and “Murder, She Wrote”) which enabled her to experience a wide range of roles in such popular programs as “Columbo”, “Ellery Queen” and “Murder, She Wrote”, among many others. Additionally, she was known for her voice work in motion pictures including the film “The Fabulous Baker Boys” (1989). She died from pancreatic cancer. (bio by: C.S.)  Family links:  Spouse:  Richard Levinson (1934 – 1987)