Angela Cartwright

Actress in 'Lost in Space' and 'The Sound of Music'

Angela Cartwright - Actress in 'Lost in Space' and 'The Sound of Music'
Born

September 9th, 1952
72 years ago

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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An actress, author, and singer, gained fame in the 1960s. Played the role of Penny Robinson in the television series 'Lost in Space' from 1965 to 1968. Appeared as Brigitta von Trapp in the film 'The Sound of Music' released in 1965. Later transitioned into writing and publishing, creating children's books and works about her experiences in Hollywood.

Played Penny Robinson in 'Lost in Space'

Portrayed Brigitta von Trapp in 'The Sound of Music'

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