Jayne Meadows

Birth Name:

Jane Meadows Cotter

Birth Place:

Wuchang, China

Profession

Actress, Writer, Soundtrack

Won the National Organization for Women's first Women's Equality Day Award in 1979 for her portrayal of Susan B․ Anthony in "Meeting of the Minds․"
Married to television personality and comedic collaborator, Steve Allen, from 1954 until his death in 2000
Began appearing on television in Hollywood variety shows in the early 1950s, including "I've Got a Secret․"
Got her start as a stage actress, making her Broadway debut in the comedy "Spring Again" in 1941
Made her screen acting debut in the film "Undercurrent" in 1946
Quote: "I have this tremendous energy․ I just loved and love life․ I love it today․ I never want to die․"
Best known for her stage and film work and appeared in "Lady in the Lake" and "Song of the Thin Man․"

1978Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Lead Actress for a Single Appearance in a Drama or Comedy Series:Nominated
1987Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Guest Performer in a Drama Series:Nominated
1996Primetime Emmy - Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series:Nominated

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