Barbara Feldon Biography

Fast Facts

• Her early career consisted of modeling until she landed a part in a television commercial for "Top Brass" hair pomade for men, in which she gave a memorable performance laying on an animal print rug and purring at the camera
• Quote: "I like being in a world that regards me in a friendly way․ There's not a day when somebody doesn't smile and say, 'Oh, you're Agent 99․'"
• Her most recognizable role is Agent 99 from the spy comedy "Get Smart," which she played for five years on the series and reprised several times
• When she appeared on "The $64,000 Question" in 1957, she walked away with the grand prize for answering questions in the William Shakespeare category
• Prefers minimalist interior decoration and enjoys writing poetry and studying
• Published a self-help book called "Living Along and Loving It" in 2003
• Was slightly taller than her "Get Smart" co-star, Don Adams, a fact that directors attempted to hide using camera tricks and strategically placed inclines