Molly Bee was an American actress who is best known for The Young Swingers, Chartroose Caboose, and Matinee Theatre. Born on August 18, 1939, in Seattle, Washington, she gained popularity in the 1950s and 1960s for her singing talent and television appearances.
Personal and Family Life
Molly Bee had a complex personal life with five marriages. She was married to John Barnard Kipp, Ken Miller, James Arthur Larkin, Ira Allen, and Robert Dean Muncy. Throughout her life, she had three children: Bobbi Carey, Michael Allen, and Lia Genn.
Career
Molly Bee was recognized for her musical abilities, receiving a Grammy nomination for her hit song “(I Wish I Was A) Single Girl Again.” In her early career, she performed frequently in Las Vegas and shared the stage with notable country artists like Johnny Cash. After facing drug addiction, she made a successful comeback in the mid-1970s and continued to perform until the 1980s, releasing her final album in 1982.
Death and Legacy
Molly Bee passed away on February 7, 2009, in Oceanside, California, due to complications related to a stroke. In her later years, she bravely battled non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. Her contributions to music and television have left a lasting impact on the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Chartroose Caboose | 1960-12-28 | Doris Warren |
| The Dinah Shore Chevy Show | 1956-10-05 | Self |
| The Ed Sullivan Show | 1948-06-20 | Self |
| The Young Swingers | 1963 | N/A |