Peggy Cass was an American actor best known for her roles in Auntie Mame, The Cockettes, and various television quiz shows. Her performances earned her critical acclaim and recognition in both Broadway and film.
Personal and Family Life
Peggy Cass was born Mary Margaret Cass on May 21, 1924, in Boston, Massachusetts. She had two marriages, first to Carl Fisher from December 1948 until their divorce in July 1965, and then to Eugene Feeney from April 1980 until her death in 1999. Over the years, she became a well-known figure in the entertainment industry, recognized for her distinctive voice and sharp wit.
Career
Peggy started her career in the theater, eventually finding fame with her role as Agnes Gooch in the Broadway play Auntie Mame. She later reprised this role in the Oscar-nominated film adaptation. In addition to her stage work, she appeared frequently on television quiz shows during the 1960s and 1970s, showcasing her intelligence and humor.
Death and Legacy
Peggy Cass passed away on March 8, 1999, at Manhattan’s Sloane-Kettering Hospital from heart failure. After her death, she was laid to rest at Church of the Ascension Cemetery in Greenwich Village, New York City. Her legacy continues through her impressive body of work on stage and screen, as well as the fond memories of her fans and colleagues.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| If It’s Tuesday, This Must Be Belgium | 1969-04-24 | Edna Ferguson |
| Gidget Goes Hawaiian | 1961-06-02 | Mitzi Stewart |
| Auntie Mame | 1958-12-04 | Agnes Gooch |
| The Leprechauns’ Christmas Gold | 1981-12-23 | Faye (voice) |
| The Marrying Kind | 1952-02-01 | Emily Bundy |
| Age of Consent | 1969-05-13 | Lady at Art Gallery |
| Danielle Steel’s Zoya | 1997-07-26 | Mrs. Molloy |
| Paddy | 1970-03-31 | Irenee |
| Jack Paar: Smart Television | 2003-11-29 | Self |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Rhoda Motherwell |
| The Love Boat | 1977-09-24 | Fay Piermont |
| What’s My Line? | 1950-02-02 | Self – Mystery Guest |
| The Match Game | 1962-12-31 | Herself |
| Everything’s Relative | 1987-10-03 | Aunt Rhoda |