Carole Wells

Carole Wells

82 · Born: Aug 31, 1942

Personal Details

BornAug 31, 1942 Shreveport, Louisiana, USA
Spouse
  • Jerry Dean Vanier

    ( Oct 14, 2000 to May 25, 2025 )
  • Walter John Karabian

    ( Jun 18, 1977 to Sep 18, 1984 )
  • Edward Laurence Doheny IV

    ( Jun 16, 1963 to Feb 14, 1973 )
Parents
  • James Hadley Wells Sr.
  • Mauryne Ruth Batson
Relatives
  • Cindy Lou Wells (Sibling)
  • Candy Lee Wells (Sibling)
  • James Hadley Wells Jr. (Sibling)

Biography

Carole's journey in the entertainment industry began at the tender age of 12, when she started working in television and motion pictures. Her first commercial was for Dial Soap, followed by a stint on the popular show "Eddie Fisher Coke Time." She made her film debut in a movie titled "Lizzy," playing the role of the titular character.

As she continued to grow as an actress, Carole co-starred in numerous television shows throughout the 1950s, 1960s, and 1970s. She appeared in over 100 television shows, both live and taped, and co-starred in ten motion pictures. Her last film credit was in the 1978 production "The Cheap Detective."

Beyond her work in the entertainment industry, Carole is a talented coloratura soprano, having performed opera and light opera on stages across the United States and internationally. She is also a skilled pianist, and has written several books and poetry. In addition, Carole has taught writing classes at the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA).

Carole's interests extend far beyond the world of entertainment. She has always been fascinated by medicine and has studied metaphysics and healing. Her passion is traveling and meeting people from diverse cultures, learning about their techniques of healing and sharing knowledge.

Carole's educational background is impressive, having attended Hollywood High School, the University of Southern California (USC),UCLA, and the University of California, Santa Barbara (UCSB). She majored in English and Music, and has been actively involved in numerous charities, dedicating 40 years to helping children.

In addition to her charity work, Carole has been an active member of the Hollywood High Alumni Association, serving as the vice-president and curator of the HHS Celebrity Museum. She has also been president of Las Floristas, an organization that has earned her the Humanitarian Award from Los Angeles on two separate occasions.

Carole is a devoted mother to three sons, one daughter, and five grandchildren, and has a rich and fulfilling life that is a testament to her hard work, dedication, and passion for the arts and helping others.

Career

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1991
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1978
The Cheap Detective
The Cheap Detective as Hat Check Girl
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1975
Funny Lady
Funny Lady as Norma Butler
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1974
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1964
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1961
A Thunder of Drums
A Thunder of Drums as Camden Yates
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1960
National Velvet
National Velvet as Edwina Brown
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1956
Cavalcade of America
Cavalcade of America as Marilyn Hayes