Edie Adams

Edie Adams was an American actress who is best known for her roles in films like The Apartment, Lover Come Back, and It’s a Mad Mad Mad Mad World. She was a versatile performer with a career that spanned television, film, and stage.

Personal and Family Life

Edie Adams, born Edith Elizabeth Enke on April 16, 1927, in Kingston, Pennsylvania, was raised in Tenafly, New Jersey. She pursued opera singing and graduated from the Juilliard School of Music. Adams was married three times, first to famed comedian Ernie Kovacs, with whom she had a daughter, Mia. She later married photographer Marty Mills, and finally, jazz trumpeter Pete Candoli.

Career Highlights

Adams’ career began with a stage debut in 1947, gaining recognition as a singer and actress. She became well-known for her roles in various TV shows and movies during the 1950s and 1960s, notably appearing on Ernie Kovacs’s comedy show. Over the years, she won awards for her performances in Broadway musicals and received Emmy nominations for her television work. Adams became famous for her iconic cigar commercials, further solidifying her place in entertainment history.

Death and Legacy

Edie Adams passed away on October 15, 2008, in Los Angeles, California, due to pneumonia complications. She faced significant personal challenges, including the tragic loss of her husband and daughter in separate car accidents. Despite these hardships, Adams remained a beloved figure in show business, remembered for her talent and resilience.

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