Carol Wayne was an American actress who is best known for her appearances on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, Bewitched, and I Spy. She was recognized for her bubbly personality and comedic talent, becoming an iconic figure in the entertainment world.
Personal and Family Life
Carol Wayne was born on September 6, 1942, in Chicago, Illinois. She had a son named Alex with her second husband, Barry Feinstein, a rock artist and photographer. Throughout her life, she was married three times, including a notable marriage to Burt Sugarman from 1975 until their divorce in 1980. Her sister, Nina Wayne, also pursued a career in acting, and both sisters appeared in different episodes of the classic show Bewitched.
Career Highlights
Wayne became a household name appearing as the “Matinee Lady” on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson, where she took part in various comedic sketches. Despite her glamorous image as a sex symbol, she worked hard on her acting skills, participating in many popular television shows throughout the 1970s. She also played a significant role in the TV series I Spy opposite Robert Culp, which further solidified her status in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Carol Wayne passed away on January 13, 1985, in Manzanillo, Colima, Mexico, in a tragic drowning incident while on vacation. The circumstances surrounding her death have raised suspicions of foul play, and many details remain unresolved. Despite her untimely passing, Carol is fondly remembered for her charm and the joy she brought to audiences through her performances on numerous classic TV shows and films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Surf II: The End of the Trilogy | 1984-01-13 | Mrs. O’Finley |
| Best Chest in the West | 1984-01-01 | Herself (Judge) |
| Heartbreakers | 1984-09-28 | Candy |
| E. Nick: A Legend in His Own Mind | 1984-01-01 | Regine |
| Savannah Smiles | 1982-04-09 | Doreen |
| You Are What You Eat | 1968-09-24 | |
| Every Man Needs One | 1972-12-13 | Nancy |
| The Party | 1968-04-04 | June Warren |
| Scavenger Hunt | 1979-12-21 | Nurse |
| Joe Dancer: The Big Black Pill | 1981-01-29 | Allegra Farinpour |
| Mannix | 1967-09-16 | |
| Turn-On | 1969-02-05 | |
| Bewitched | 1964-09-17 | |
| The Fall Guy | 1981-11-04 | |
| The Girl from U.N.C.L.E. | 1966-09-13 | |
| Emergency! | 1972-01-22 | |
| Occasional Wife | 1966-09-13 | |
| I Dream of Jeannie | 1965-09-18 | Bootsie Nightingale |
| Love, American Style | 1969-09-29 | Carlotta |
| The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson | 1962-10-01 | Self |