Barbara Kelly

Canadian actress and screenwriter

Barbara Kelly - Canadian actress and screenwriter
Born

October 5th, 1924
101 years ago

Died

2007
18 years ago — 83 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

Canada

Links & References

Active in film and television, a career included roles in 'The Best of Everything' and 'The Love Boat'. Additionally contributed to the writing of various television scripts. Worked in the entertainment industry for several decades, establishing a presence in both acting and writing.

Starred in 'The Best of Everything'

Appeared in 'The Love Boat'

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