Irish McCalla

American actress and model, 'Sheena, Queen of the Jungle'

Irish McCalla - American actress and model, 'Sheena, Queen of the Jungle'
Born

December 25th, 1928
96 years ago

Died

2002
23 years ago — 74 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Born in 1928, a prominent American actress and model gained recognition through the television series 'Sheena, Queen of the Jungle'. This series aired during the 1950s and featured a character inspired by the comic book creation of the same name. McCalla also appeared in several films and made guest appearances on various television shows, showcasing her modeling background and charisma. In addition to her entertainment career, she had interests in art and writing, producing works that reflected her experiences in Hollywood.

Starred in 'Sheena, Queen of the Jungle'

Appeared in films such as 'The Robe'

Model for various magazines

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