Cathryn Damon - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

Born	September 11, 1930
Died	May 04, 1987 (age 56)
Birthplace	Seattle, Washington, U.S.
Zodiac Sign	Virgo - (see also Cathryn Damon's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese Zodiac	Horse
Generation	Silent Generation
Known For	Her role as Mary Campbell in the television series 'Soap.'

Intro

Cathryn Damon was an American actress best known for her role as Mary Campbell on the sitcom 'Soap.' She built a successful career in television, film, and stage, earning an Emmy Award for her performance in 'Soap.'

Early Life & Background

Cathryn Damon was born on September 11, 1930, in Seattle, Washington. She began her career in the performing arts as a dancer before transitioning to acting. She studied and worked in theatre, which led to her career on stage and screen.

Career Highlights

• Starred as Mary Campbell on the sitcom 'Soap' (1977–1981), winning a Primetime Emmy Award for Outstanding Lead Actress in a Comedy Series in 1980.
• Appeared in popular television shows such as 'Webster' and 'Murder, She Wrote.'
• Featured in films including 'The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas' (1982).
• Extensive stage career, including performances with the New York City Opera Ballet and Broadway productions like 'Sweet Bird of Youth.'

Trivia

• She was a trained dancer and performed with ballet companies before becoming an actress.
• Despite being diagnosed with ovarian cancer in 1986, she continued to work until shortly before her death in 1987.

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Sources

1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cathryn_Damon
2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0198919/