Elizabeth Montgomery’s only talent was not just twitching her nose and making magic happen on our televisions every week—she enchanted millions of people with her charm, skill, and amazing spirit in everything she undertook. Most popularly known for her iconic role as Samantha Stephens on the immensely popular television sitcom Bewitched, Montgomery’s life was a tapestry composed of dazzling highs, personal trials, and a legacy that continues to sparkle to this day, decades after her passing.
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Born Into Stardom
Elizabeth Victoria Montgomery was born on April 15, 1933, in Los Angeles, California, into a very prominent show business family. Her father, Robert Montgomery, was a celebrated actor and director, and her mother, Elizabeth Allen, was a Broadway actress. With a pedigree like that, there was little doubt that Elizabeth would find her way to the stage.
After attending the Spence School in New York and taking part in training at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, Montgomery made her television debut in 1951 on her father’s show, Robert Montgomery Presents. Her early performances revealed a natural ease and emotional depth that would become her trademarks.
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