Was an only child who was raised by her mother and an aunt
Kicked off her acting career at age 16 when she left high school to perform with a stock theater company, which appeared at locations such as hotel lobbies, barns and street corners
Was inspired by Evening in Paris perfume and Elizabeth Arden cosmetics when creating her stage name
Was inducted into the Radio Hall of Fame in 1995
Has two stars on the Hollywood Star Walk, one for her work in television, and one for her work in radio
Awards
1958Emmy-Best Continuing Performance by an Actress in a Leading Role in a Dramatic or Comedy Series:nominated