Date of Birth: January 22, 1909
Zodiac Sign: Aquarius
Date of Death: March 15, 2001
Biography
Ann Sothern was an American actress whose career spanned over six decades, encompassing film, television, and stage. Born Harriette Arlene Lake in Valley City, North Dakota, she first gained recognition for her roles in the 1930s and 1940s. After studying at the University of Washington, she moved to Hollywood, where she initially worked as a vocal coach before breaking into acting. Sothern’s breakthrough came with her role in the 1939 film “Maisie,” which led to a popular series of films centered around her character, Maisie Ravier. Her talent and versatility allowed her to transition successfully to television, where she starred in “Private Secretary” from 1953 to 1957 and “The Ann Sothern Show” from 1958 to 1961, both of which earned her critical acclaim and several Emmy nominations. In her later years, Sothern continued to act in both film and television, including a memorable performance in the 1987 film “The Whales of August,” which earned her an Academy Award nomination. She passed away at the age of 92 in Ketchum, Idaho.
5 Interesting Facts about Ann Sothern
1. Ann Sothern was not just an actress; she was also a singer and recorded several albums.
2. She was awarded two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, one for her work in motion pictures and the other for television.
3. Sothern was a close friend of actress Lucille Ball, and they appeared together on multiple occasions.
4. She was nominated for an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in “The Whales of August” (1987).
5. Ann Sothern’s character Maisie Ravier became a cultural icon, leading to a total of ten films in the series.
5 Most Interesting Quotes from Ann Sothern
1. “When you’re young, you don’t think about it, but later you realize you can’t have it all.”
2. “Comedy is the most challenging thing to do. It’s the most difficult and the most rewarding.”
3. “I’ve had a very happy life, and I’m grateful for it.”
4. “Acting is the most minor of gifts. After all, Shirley Temple could do it when she was four.”
5. “You can’t have a better life than a good time.”
Highest Net Worth Achieved
At the peak of her career, Ann Sothern’s net worth was estimated to be around $5 million.
Children
Ann Sothern had one daughter, Patricia Ann King, born in 1944 from her marriage to Robert Sterling.
Relevant Links
1. [Ann Sothern – IMDb](https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0815840/
2. [Ann Sothern – Wikipedia](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ann_Sothern
3. [Ann Sothern – Hollywood Walk of Fame](http://www.walkoffame.com/ann-sothern
4. [Ann Sothern – Turner Classic Movies](http://www.tcm.com/tcmdb/person/185272%7C12351/Ann-Sothern/
5. [Ann Sothern – Find a Grave](https://www.findagrave.com/memorial/21548/ann-sothern
