Lori Saunders
Biography
Lori Saunders is an American film and television actress born Linda Marie Hines on October 4, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri. She is best known for playing Bobbie Jo Bradley in the television series Petticoat Junction from 1965 to 1970, appearing in 147 episodes. Her television work also includes playing Betty Gordon, one of Mr. Drysdale's secretaries during the final season of The Beverly Hillbillies, and a recurring role in the mid-1970s comedy series Dusty's Trail, which starred Bob Denver. Additionally, she appeared in the cult horror film Blood Bath in 1966. Active in film and television from her debut in 1960 until her retirement from acting in 1980, she amassed numerous small roles throughout her career.
Career overview
Lori Saunders, born Linda Marie Hines on October 4, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri, is an American film and television actress. She is perhaps best known for her television role as Bobbie Jo Bradley in the series Petticoat Junction, appearing in 147 episodes between 1965 and 1970. Additionally, she appeared as Betty Gordon, one of Mr. Drysdale's secretaries, during the final season of The Beverly Hillbillies.
Beginning with her debut in 1960 and lasting until her retirement from acting in 1980, Saunders made numerous appearances in small roles across film and television. Alongside her work on Petticoat Junction, she held a recurring role in the mid-1970s comedy television series Dusty's Trail, which starred Bob Denver. On the film side, her credits include an appearance in the 1966 cult horror film Blood Bath. Throughout her two-decade career, Saunders accumulated a diverse range of television and film credits before ultimately stepping away from the profession in 1980.
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Full Filmography
19 titles- The History of Hooterville (2005) as Self
- Captive (1980)
- The Wackiest Wagon Train in the West (1976) as Betsy
- Dusty's Trail (1973) as Betsy
- Here We Go Again (1973) as Laurie
- Frasier, the Sensuous Lion (1973) as Minerva Dolly
- So Sad About Gloria (1973) as Gloria Wellman
- A Day at the White House (1972) as Undercover Agent
- Love, American Style (1969) as Saleslady
- The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1969) as Cynthia Kurland
- Blood Bath (1966) as Dorian / Melizza
- Green Acres (1965) as Bobbie Jo Bradley
- The Girls on the Beach (1965) as Patricia Johnson (as Linda Saunders)
- Mara of the Wilderness (1965) as Mara Wade (as Linda Saunders)
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Mary Pickett
- Bob Hope Presents the Chrysler Theatre (1963)
- Petticoat Junction (1963) as Bobbie Jo Bradley
- Burke's Law (1963) as Brunette at Party
- The Beverly Hillbillies (1962) as Bobbie Jo Bradley
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Lori Saunders best known for?
Lori Saunders is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Dusty's Trail (1973), Young People Fucking (2007), Over the Top (1987), The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1969).
When and where was Lori Saunders born?
Lori Saunders was born on October 4, 1941 in Kansas City, Missouri, USA .
How many credits does Lori Saunders have?
Lori Saunders has accumulated over 19 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1962 to 2005.
What is Lori Saunders's background in cinema and television?
Lori Saunders is an American film and television actress born Linda Marie Hines on October 4, 1941, in Kansas City, Missouri. She is best known for playing Bobbie Jo Bradley in the television series Petticoat Junction from 1965 to 1970, appearing in 147 episodes. Her television work also includes playing Betty Gordon, ...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Green Acres (1965) as Bobbie Jo Bradley — aged about 23
- Daniel Boone (1964) as Mary Pickett — aged about 22
- The Beverly Hillbillies (1962) as Bobbie Jo Bradley — aged about 20
- Dusty's Trail (1973) as Betsy — aged about 31
- Burke's Law (1963) as Brunette at Party — aged about 21
- Love, American Style (1969) as Saleslady — aged about 27
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