Bea Benaderet

Television and voice actress

Bea Benaderet - Television and voice actress
Born

April 4th, 1906
119 years ago

Died

October 13th, 1968
56 years ago — 62 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1906, worked extensively in radio before transitioning to television. Gained prominence for voice work, particularly in animated series. Portrayed Blanche Morton on the television series "The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show" and played Kate Bradley in the television series "Petticoat Junction." Contributed to several Warner Bros. cartoons, providing distinctive voices for characters.

Portrayed Blanche Morton in 'The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show'

Played Kate Bradley in 'Petticoat Junction'

Provided voices for characters in Warner Bros. cartoons

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