Regina Carrol was an American actress best known for her roles in “Satan’s Sadists,” “Blazing Stewardesses,” and “Black Heat.” She was born Regina Gelfan on May 2, 1943, in Boston, Massachusetts.
Personal and Family Life
Regina Carrol grew up in a creative household, where her father, Barney Gelfan, occasionally acted in films featuring her. Tragically, her mother passed away from cancer when Regina was just 15 years old. She began her artistic journey early, auditioning for plays at the age of five and later performing in various stage productions.
Career
Carrol’s career began in dance, leading her to Las Vegas and performances in Europe. She ventured into television with her own interview show and contributed a column to a local newspaper. After being encouraged by actor Steve Cochran, she found her way into films, gaining recognition for her appearances in cult classics directed by her husband, Al Adamson.
Death and Legacy
Regina Carrol sadly passed away on November 4, 1992, at the age of 49 due to cancer. Despite her early death, she left behind a memorable legacy in the world of cult cinema, particularly for her dynamic roles in horror and exploitation films. Her contributions to the industry continue to be celebrated by fans of genre films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dracula vs. Frankenstein | 1971-09-20 | Judith |
| The Female Bunch | 1971-09-01 | Libby |
| Blazing Stewardesses | 1975-06-01 | Lori Winters |
| Girls for Rent | 1974-10-01 | Moll |
| Brain of Blood | 1971-08-01 | Tracy |
| Black Heat | 1976-06-01 | Valerie |
| Satan’s Sadists | 1969-06-01 | Gina |
| The Beat Generation | 1959-07-03 | Dancer |
| Black Samurai | 1976-12-22 | Voodoo Dancer / Party Stripper |
| Angels’ Wild Women | 1972-05-03 | Margo |
| Blood Of Ghastly Horror | 1967-12-17 | Susan Vanard |
| Jessi’s Girls | 1975-04-01 | Claire |
| Carnival Magic | 1983-03-04 | Kate |
| Doctor Dracula | 1978-03-02 | Valerie |
| Two Rode Together | 1961-05-24 | Wakanana (uncredited) |
| The Slender Thread | 1965-12-15 | |
| From the Terrace | 1960-07-15 | |
| The Glass Bottom Boat | 1966-06-09 | |
| Viva Las Vegas | 1964-02-08 | Showgirl (uncredited) |