Ann Graves was an American actress who is best known for The Magic Sword, Runaway Girl, and The Blue Angels. Born on November 15, 1940, in Detroit, Michigan, she made a notable mark in the entertainment industry before her passing on December 26, 2016.
Personal and Family Life
Ann Graves grew up in a family that moved to California in the 1940s, settling in Culver City. She was married to musician Glenn Yarbrough from 1967 until their divorce in 1984, and they had one child together. In the 1970s, the couple started the Brass Dolphin Records Company, where Ann produced Glenn’s album ‘Live at the Troubadour’.
Career
Before she became an actress, Ann worked as a model with the Robert Hall Modeling Agency and won several beauty pageants in the 1950s. She was known as ‘Miss Clairol’ and ‘Miss Naugahyde’ during her modeling career. In the 1980s, she ran a floral and gift store named ‘I’m a Basket Case’ in Studio City, California, showcasing her entrepreneurial spirit.
Death and Legacy
Ann Graves passed away on December 26, 2016, in Burbank, California, after a battle with cancer. Her contributions to film and television have left a lasting impression, particularly her roles in classic shows and movies. Ann is remembered not just for her talents on screen but also for her ventures in music and business.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role | Type |
|---|---|---|---|
| Runaway Girl | 1965 | Ginger, Mario’s Sassy Girl Friend (as Anne Graves) | Film |
| The Magic Sword | 1962 | Princess Laura | Film |
| This Is the Life | 1960–1961 | Ann (as Anne Graves) | TV Series |
| The Blue Angels | 1961 | Wendy | TV Series |
| Gunslinger | 1961 | Lucy Pearson (as Anne Graves) | TV Series |
| Bonanza | 1960 | Amanda McFadden | TV Series |
| Bachelor Father | 1959 | Barbara Kaylor (as Anne Graves) | TV Series |