Carolyn Jones
Biography
Carolyn Jones was an American film and television actress. Born on April 28, 1930, in Amarillo, Texas, she began her acting career in the early 1950s. Jones was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Bachelor Party, released in 1957. She also received a Golden Globe Award as one of the most promising actresses of 1959. Jones is known for her work in television, particularly in the series The Addams Family, where she played the role of Morticia Addams, starting in 1964. Carolyn Jones passed away on August 3, 1983, at the age of 53.
Career overview
Carolyn Jones began her acting career in the early 1950s. She went on to appear in numerous film and television productions throughout her career, accumulating a total of 106 known credits. Her work in the entertainment industry led to her being recognized as one of the most promising actresses of 1959, earning her a Golden Globe nomination.
One of her notable roles was in the 1957 film The Bachelor Party, for which she received an Academy Award nomination for Best Supporting Actress. This recognition further solidified her position as a talented and accomplished actress in the industry.
In 1964, Carolyn Jones began playing a significant role in the television series The Addams Family, portraying a character known as Morticia Addams. This marked a pivotal moment in her career, showcasing her ability to take on a memorable and iconic character. Throughout her career, Carolyn Jones demonstrated her versatility and talent as an actress, leaving a lasting impact on the film and television industry.
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124 titles- The Addams Family Album (1992) as Morticia Addams (archive footage)
- Creepy Classics (1987) as Theodora 'Teddy' Belicec - (archive footage)
- Capitol (1982)
- Midnight Lace (1981) as Bernadette Chance
- The Dream Merchants (1980) as Vera
- The French Atlantic Affair (1979) as Peg
- Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff (1979) as Beth
- Fantasy Island (1978) as Jessie DeWinter
- The Love Boat (1977) as Margaret Jerome
- Roots (1977) as Mrs. Moore
- The Sunday Drama (1977) as Maggie
- Halloween with the New Addams Family (1977) as Morticia Addams/Ophelia Frump
- Little Ladies of the Night (1977) as Marilyn Atkins
- A Good Human Story (1977)
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Nurse Barbara Grayson
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Victoria Sawyer
- Quincy, M.E. (1976) as Sybil Presstin
- Eaten Alive (1976) as Miss Hattie
- Demon and the Mummy (1976) as Registrar
- Wonder Woman (1975) as Queen Hippolyta
- Ellery Queen (1975) as Rita Radcliffe
- Kolchak: The Night Stalker (1974)
- Ghost Story (1972) as Martha Alcott
- The New Scooby-Doo Movies (1972) as Morticia Addams (voice)
- Scooby-Doo Meets The Addams Family (1972) as Morticia Addams (Voice)
- Dan August (1970) as Margo
- The Misfit (1970) as WPC Skinner
- Love, American Style (1969) as Vera
- ITV Saturday Night Theatre (1969) as Pam
- Bracken's World (1969)
- Heaven with a Gun (1969) as Madge McCloud
- Color Me Dead (1969) as Paula Gibson
- The Name of the Game (1968) as Lydia Mulholland
- The Mod Squad (1968) as Lisa Whittaker / Ginny
- The Jazz Age (1968) as Pearl
- Ironside (1967) as Justine Cross
- The Danny Thomas Hour (1967) as Stacey McCall
- Rango (1967)
- Mondo Hollywood (1967)
- Batman (1966) as Marsha, Queen of Diamonds
- Hollywood Squares (1966) as Self
- The Addams Family (1964) as Morticia Addams
- Burke's Law (1963) as Betsy Richards / Meredith Richards / Various Characters
- Burke's Law (1963) as Carole Durand
- The Danny Kaye Show (1963) as Self
- A Ticklish Affair (1963) as Tandy Martin
- The Virginian (1962) as Annie Spencer
- The Lloyd Bridges Show (1962) as Cathy
- How the West Was Won (1962) as Julie Rawlings
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Dr. Kildare (1961) as Evy Schaller
- The Dick Powell Show (1961) as Julie Greer
- The Dick Powell Show (1961) as Hannah Cole
- Who Killed Julie Greer? (1961) as Julie Greer
- Sail a Crooked Ship (1961) as Virginia
- Ice Palace (1960) as Bridie Ballantyne
- The DuPont Show with June Allyson (1959) as Lena Murchak
- Last Train from Gun Hill (1959) as Linda, Craig's Girl
- Career (1959) as Shirley Drake
- A Hole in the Head (1959) as Shirl
- The Man in the Net (1959) as Linda Hamilton
- King Creole (1958) as Ronnie
- Marjorie Morningstar (1958) as Marsha Zelenko
- Wagon Train (1957) as Molly Kincaid
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self
- Panic! (1957)
- Baby Face Nelson (1957) as Sue Nelson
- The Bachelor Party (1957) as The Existentialist
- Johnny Trouble (1957) as Julie Horton
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Ella Clanton
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Sal - Rue Royale Proprietor
- Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre (1956) as Julie Whiting
- State Trooper (1956) as Betty Fowler
- Wire Service (1956) as Eve
- The Man Who Knew Too Much (1956) as Cindy Fontaine
- Invasion of the Body Snatchers (1956) as Theodora 'Teddy' Belicec
- The Opposite Sex (1956) as Pat
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955) as Pamela Waring
- The Millionaire (1955) as Emily Short
- The Millionaire (1955) as Carol Fletcher
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) as Rita Kirby
- The 20th Century Fox Hour (1955) as Marcia Bridges
- The Seven Year Itch (1955) as Miss Finch
- The Tender Trap (1955) as Helen
- Star Stage (1955)
- Climax! (1954) as Helen
- Studio 57 (1954) as Corinna Rogers
- Studio 57 (1954) as Diana Flagg
- Studio 57 (1954) as Carol Marshall
- Studio 57 (1954) as Maria
- Désirée (1954) as Mme. Tallien
- Passport to Danger (1954) as Sally Towne
- Three Hours to Kill (1954) as Polly
- Make Haste to Live (1954) as Mary Rose
- Shield for Murder (1954) as Beth, Girl at Bar
- The Saracen Blade (1954) as Elaine of Siniscola
- The Oscars (1953) as Self
- City Detective (1953)
- You Are There (1953)
- The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse (1953) as Ingrid
- The Pepsi-Cola Playhouse (1953) as Karen Brook
- The War of the Worlds (1953) as Blonde Party Guest (uncredited)
- House of Wax (1953) as Cathy Gray
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Phyllis
- The Big Heat (1953) as Doris
- Geraldine (1953) as Kitty
- Four Star Playhouse (1952) as Dolores
- Mr. & Mrs. North (1952)
- Chevron Theatre (1952)
- The Turning Point (1952) as Lilian Smith (uncredited)
- Off Limits (1952) as Deborah
- Road to Bali (1952) as Eunice (uncredited)
- Dragnet (1951)
- Dragnet (1951) as Laura Osborne
- Dragnet (1951) as Donna Stewart
- Dragnet (1951) as Marian Fuller
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as June Sardo
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Girl
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Wealthy Wife
- Schlitz Playhouse of Stars (1951) as Sarah
- The Colgate Comedy Hour (1950) as Self - Hazel
- Lux Video Theatre (1950)
- Treasury Men in Action (1950) as Eadie Starr
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Presenter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Carolyn Jones best known for?
Carolyn Jones is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Capitol (1982), The Dream Merchants (1980), The French Atlantic Affair (1979), Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff (1979).
When and where was Carolyn Jones born?
Carolyn Jones was born on April 28, 1930 in Amarillo, Texas, USA. They passed away on August 3, 1983.
How many credits does Carolyn Jones have?
Carolyn Jones has accumulated over 124 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 1992.
What is Carolyn Jones's background in cinema and television?
Carolyn Jones was an American film and television actress. Born on April 28, 1930, in Amarillo, Texas, she began her acting career in the early 1950s. Jones was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in The Bachelor Party, released in 1957. She also received a Golden Globe Award as one ...