Julie Gregg was an American actress who is best known for her roles in The Godfather (1972), Man of La Mancha (1972), and Mobile One (1975).
Personal and Family Life
Julie Gregg was born Beverly Scalzo on January 24, 1937, in Niagara Falls, New York. She graduated from the University of Southern California, where she received a music scholarship. Her acting career began with the help of her mentor, Jackie Cooper, whom she met in her early 20s while he was the president of program development at Screen Gems.
Career Highlights
Gregg’s most famous role was as Sandrinella ‘Sandra’ Corleone in The Godfather, where she also appeared in a flashback in The Godfather Part II. She showcased her singing talent as Antonia in the film version of Man of La Mancha. Throughout her career, she appeared in numerous television series and films, a testament to her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Julie Gregg passed away on November 7, 2016, in Van Nuys, California, after a battle with cancer. She is remembered for her impactful performances and contributions to both film and television, especially in classic cinema.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Hell of Borneo | 1964-01-01 | Marjorie Bellflower |
Man of La Mancha | 1972-12-12 | Antonia Quijana |
Skinflint: A Country Christmas Carol | 1979-12-18 | Joan |
The Kill Reflex | 1989-01-01 | Nancy Gillespe |
The Godfather Part II | 1974-12-20 | Sandrinella ‘Sandra’ Corleone (uncredited) |
Dead On | 1994-10-01 | Jillian Marks |
Batman | 1966-07-30 | Nightclub Singer (uncredited) |
The Seekers | 1979-12-03 | Edna Clapper |
Mobile Two | 1975-09-02 | Maggie Spencer |
The Godfather 1901–1959: The Complete Epic | 1981-03-24 | Sandrinella “Sandra” Corleone |
The Godfather | 1972-03-14 | Sandra Corleone |
The Wilds of Ten Thousand Islands | 1978-02-28 | Barbara Wild |