Brett Somers

Date of Birth: July 11, 1924

Zodiac Sign: Cancer

Date of Death: September 15, 2007

Biography

Brett Somers, born Audrey Dawn Johnston, was a Canadian-American actress, singer, and comedian best known for her appearances as a panelist on the 1970s game show “Match Game.” She was born on July 11, 1924, in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada, and later moved to the United States to pursue a career in acting. Brett began her entertainment career in theater, earning acclaim for her performances in both Broadway and off-Broadway productions. She transitioned to television in the 1950s, where she made guest appearances on various shows before becoming a household name on “Match Game.” Known for her quick wit, distinctive voice, and charismatic presence, Brett became a beloved figure in American pop culture. She was married to actor Jack Klugman, with whom she had two children. Brett Somers passed away on September 15, 2007, in Westport, Connecticut, at the age of 83.

5 Interesting Facts about Brett Somers

1. Brett Somers chose her stage name after the lead character in the Ernest Hemingway novel “The Sun Also Rises,” Lady Brett Ashley.

2. She appeared alongside her husband Jack Klugman on “The Odd Couple,” playing the role of Blanche Madison, the ex-wife of Klugman’s character, Oscar Madison.

3. Brett was a regular on “Match Game” from 1973 to 1982, where she became known for her humorous and often risqué banter.

4. She made guest appearances on several TV shows, including “Love, American Style,” “The Love Boat,” and “The Mary Tyler Moore Show.”

5. Brett Somers was also a talented singer and released an album titled “An Evening with Brett Somers” in the 2000s, featuring a mix of cabaret and jazz standards.