Angie Dickinson

Date of Birth: September 30, 1931

Zodiac Sign: Libra

Biography

Angie Dickinson, born Angeline Brown on September 30, 1931, in Kulm, North Dakota, is an acclaimed American actress whose career spans over six decades. She initially stepped into the limelight in the 1950s with roles in television series and films. Dickinson’s breakout role came in the 1959 Western film “Rio Bravo,” where she starred alongside John Wayne and Dean Martin. Her performance earned her widespread recognition and set the stage for an illustrious career. In the 1960s and 1970s, Dickinson became a household name thanks to her role as Sergeant Suzanne “Pepper” Anderson in the groundbreaking television series “Police Woman.” The show not only showcased Dickinson’s acting chops but also broke new ground as one of the first TV series to feature a female police officer as the lead character. The role earned her a Golden Globe Award and multiple Emmy nominations. Throughout her career, Dickinson has worked with some of Hollywood’s most iconic directors and actors. Her filmography includes notable movies such as “Ocean’s 11” (1960), “The Killers” (1964), “Point Blank” (1967), and “Big Bad Mama” (1974). Even in her later years, Dickinson continued to appear in films and TV shows, maintaining her status as a revered figure in the entertainment industry.

5 Interesting Facts about Angie Dickinson

1. Angie Dickinson was crowned Miss America contestant representing North Dakota in 1954.

2. She has a degree in business from Immaculate Heart College in Los Angeles.

3. Dickinson was married to composer Burt Bacharach from 1965 to 1981.

4. She appeared in the original “Ocean’s 11” (1960) and had a cameo in the 2001 remake.

5. She turned down the role of Krystle Carrington in the TV show “Dynasty,” a role that eventually went to Linda Evans.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Angie Dickinson

1. “I dress for women and I undress for men.”

2. “My mother was against me being an actress – until I introduced her to Frank Sinatra.”

3. “I had an incredible career. I’m very lucky.”

4. “I think ‘Police Woman’ was the first time a lot of people realized a female police officer could carry a show.”

5. “I never felt more alive than when I was on a film set.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of her career, Angie Dickinson’s net worth was estimated to be around $30 million.

Children

Angie Dickinson has one daughter, Lea Nikki Bacharach, who was born prematurely in 1966. Nikki struggled with chronic health issues and Asperger’s syndrome. Tragically, she passed away in 2007 at the age of 40.