Dixie Carter

Date of Birth: October 25, 1939

Zodiac Sign: Scorpio

Date of Death: April 10, 2010

Biography

Dixie Virginia Carter was an American actress best known for her role as Julia Sugarbaker on the sitcom “Designing Women,” which aired from 1986 to 1993. Born in McLemoresville, Tennessee, Carter’s career spanned over four decades, during which she showcased her versatile acting skills on both stage and screen. She began her career in the theater, earning critical acclaim for her performances in various productions, including “Master Class” and “Pal Joey.” Carter also made numerous television appearances in series such as “Diff’rent Strokes,” “Family Law,” and “Desperate Housewives.” In addition to her acting prowess, she was a talented singer and released a solo album titled “Dixie Carter Sings John Wallowitch Live at the Carlyle.” Married to actor Hal Holbrook, Carter was a devoted wife and mother, balancing her personal and professional life with grace and poise.

5 Interesting Facts about Dixie Carter

1. Dixie Carter initially studied classical piano at the University of Memphis and graduated with a degree in English.

2. She took a seven-year hiatus from acting to raise her daughters before returning to the stage and screen in the mid-1970s.

3. Carter was a staunch Republican and often incorporated her political views into her character on “Designing Women.”

4. She won a Gracie Award in 2007 for her role as Gloria Hodge in the popular TV series “Desperate Housewives.”

5. Dixie Carter was known for her refined Southern charm and was a classically trained singer, often performing cabaret-style shows.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Dixie Carter

1. “The show is more important than any one role.”

2. “You have to take things as they come. You can’t always control the wind, but you can control your sails.”

3. “I never doubted for a moment that I was meant to be an actress. I always knew that I was going to be one.”

4. “I love Southern women. They have a way of being so warm and strong at the same time.”

5. “I am not a politician, but I am an American who feels strongly about certain issues.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of her career, Dixie Carter’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Dixie Carter had two daughters, Mary Dixie Carter and Ginna Carter, from her first marriage to Arthur Carter. Both daughters have pursued careers in the arts, with Mary Dixie Carter becoming a writer and Ginna Carter an actress.