 Publicity photo of Ann Sothern from the television program The Ann Sothern Show. Image by CBS Television, via Wikimedia Commons. Licensed Public domain |
Ann SothernAnn Sothern Ann Sothern American actress (1909–2001) Ann Sothern (born Harriette Arlene Lake; January 22, 1909 – March 15, 2001) was an American actress who worked on stage, radio, film, and television, in a career that spanned nearly six decades. Sothern began her career in the late 1920s in bit parts in films. In 1930, she made her Broadway stage debut and soon worked her way up to starring roles. In 1939, MGM cast her as Maisie Ravier, a brash yet lovable Brooklyn showgirl. The character proved to be popular and spawned a successful film series (Congo Maisie, Gold Rush Maisie, Up Goes Maisie, etc.) and a network radio series (The Adventures of Maisie). Quick facts Born, Died ... Ann… (Source: Wikipedia)
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