June Lockhart
Actress in 'Lost in Space' and 'Lassie'
Born
June 25th, 1925
99 years ago
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent actress in American television and film, she gained recognition in the 1950s and 1960s. Lockhart starred as Maureen Robinson in the science fiction series 'Lost in Space' from 1965 to 1968. She became familiar to audiences earlier as Ruth Martin in the television series 'Lassie', which aired from 1958 to 1964. Her career in the entertainment industry began in the 1940s, appearing in films and on stage. Over the decades, she made guest appearances in numerous television shows and films, demonstrating versatility across genres.
Starred as Maureen Robinson in 'Lost in Space'
Portrayed Ruth Martin in 'Lassie'
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