Conklin, Peggy (1902–2003)
Conklin, Peggy (1902–2003)
American actress. Born Margaret Eleanor Conklin, Nov 2, 1902, in Dobbs Ferry, NY; died Mar 18, 2003, in Naples, Florida; m. James D. Thompson (advertising exec.), 1935 (died 1998); children: Antonia West and Michael Thompson.
Made Broadway debut in the chorus line of Treasure Girl (1928); appeared in many major roles, including the female lead of Gabby Maple in Robert Sherwood's Petrified Forest, Prudence Kirkland in The Pursuit of Happiness, Ellen Murray in Yes, My Darling Daughter, Pam North in Mr. and Mrs. North and Flo Owens in Picnic; films include The President Vanishes, The Devil is a Sissy, One Way Ticket, Her Master's Voice and Having a Wonderful Time.
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