Alberta Nelson was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Beach Party, Muscle Beach Party, and How to Stuff a Wild Bikini. She appeared in various teen beach movies and made notable television appearances during her career.
Personal and Family Life
Alberta Nelson was born on August 14, 1937, in Erie, Pennsylvania. She was married to Herbert Gilman from 1971 until her death in 2006, and they had three children together. Her family life was important to her, and she balanced her acting career with motherhood.
Death and Legacy
Alberta Nelson passed away on April 29, 2006, in Millcreek, Pennsylvania after a battle with cancer. She left behind a legacy of iconic performances in popular beach movies and television shows of the 1960s. Her contributions to the entertainment industry continue to be remembered by fans of classic films and television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Wild Scene | 1970-03-10 | Dr. Virginia Grant |
| Beach Party | 1963-08-07 | The Mice |
| The Ghost in the Invisible Bikini | 1966-04-06 | Puss |
| How to Stuff a Wild Bikini | 1965-07-14 | Puss |
| Sergeant Deadhead | 1965-08-18 | W.A.F. |
| Bikini Beach | 1964-07-22 | Rat Pack |
| Muscle Beach Party | 1964-03-25 | Muscle Girl |
| Pajama Party | 1964-11-11 | Rat Pack |
| Beach Blanket Bingo | 1965-04-14 | Rat Pack |
| Dr. Goldfoot and the Bikini Machine | 1965-11-06 | Reject #12 |
| The Andy Griffith Show | 1960-10-03 | Nettie Albright |
| Thriller | 1960-09-13 | Marie Browning |
| The New Breed | 1961-10-03 | Anna |
| Dr. Kildare | 1961-09-27 | Dr. Ruth Carrison |
| The Andy Griffith Show | 1960-10-03 | Flora Malherbe |
| Mayberry R.F.D. | 1968-09-23 | Waitress |