Character actress known for headstrong roles on TV and film.
Graduated from Miss Porter's School and then Smith College, majoring in theatre under the direction of Hallie Flanagan.
Played opposite Anthony Perkins on Broadway in "Look Homeward Angel" and Maurice Evans in "The Apple Cart".
Wrote and published "The Lion Is Busy," a children's book in 1963 to strong notice.
Youngest of six children.