Barbara Feldon

Birth Name:

Barbara Anne Hall

Birth Place:

Bethel Park, Pennsylvania, United States

Profession

Actress, Soundtrack

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
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
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

1968Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Comedy Series:Nominated
1969Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Continued Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Comedy Series:Nominated
2003TV Land Award - Hippest Fashion Plate - Female:Winner

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