Dorothy Meyer

Dorothy Meyer

Deceased · Born: Nov 6, 1924 · Died: Sep 24, 1987

Personal Details

BornNov 6, 1924 Indianapolis, Indiana, USA

Biography

Noted for her impressive comedic prowess, this talented actress of the 1970s effortlessly conveyed a diverse array of endearing and witty personas, showcasing her remarkable versatility as a performer. Her impressive repertoire of characters included, but was not limited to, the charming and quick-witted maid, the affable and neighborly next-door acquaintance, the loyal and trustworthy friend, the compassionate and empathetic nurse, and the stern yet lovable and well-meaning church lady.

Born to a Presbyterian minister, the individual's formative years in the Bible Belt region of the United States played a significant role in shaping their early life and artistic inclinations. This upbringing, deeply rooted in the traditions and values of the Presbyterian faith, provided a strong foundation for the development of their artistic abilities.

From a tender age, the individual demonstrated a remarkable talent for singing and acting, showcasing their exceptional skills in various religious-themed productions. These early performances not only honed their craft but also instilled a sense of purpose and direction, setting the stage for a future filled with artistic expression and accomplishment.

Throughout the tumultuous period of World War II, this remarkable individual showcased her unwavering commitment and industrious nature by embarking on a dual career path, concurrently serving as a typist and secretary within a steel factory during the day, and indulging in her artistic inclinations by participating in amateur theatrical productions in the evenings and on weekends.

During the latter half of the 1950s, she embarked on a courageous journey, opting to relocate to the sun-kissed state of California, where she embarked on a prosperous career as a television commercial and magazine model, gracing the screens and pages of numerous prominent brands with her captivating presence, becoming a ubiquitous figure in the advertising world.

The early 1970s proved to be a pivotal moment in her professional trajectory, as she secured her inaugural film credit in an episode of The Bill Cosby Show, rapidly ascending to the status of a recurring supporting character on a plethora of influential television programs that defined the 1970s and 1980s, interspersed with intermittent appearances in film productions.

The untimely demise of this remarkable individual occurred in 1987, when she succumbed to mortality at the tender age of 62, leaving behind a substantial and enduring corpus of creative output.

Career

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1986
Hollywood Vice Squad
Hollywood Vice Squad as Heavyset Woman
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Cobra
Cobra as Nurse #1
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1985
Do You Remember Love
Do You Remember Love as Social Director
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1979
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1977
The Greatest
The Greatest as Odessa Clay
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1976
Having Babies
Having Babies as Admitting Nurse
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1975
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1973
A Dream for Christmas
A Dream for Christmas as Cousin Clara (uncredited)