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Dody Goodman - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | October 28, 1915 |
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| Died | June 22, 2008 (age 92) |
| Birthplace | Columbus, Ohio, USA |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Dody Goodman's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rabbit |
| Generation | Greatest Generation |
| Known For | Her television work on 'The Tonight Show' with Jack Paar, her voice role as the mother on the animated series 'Alvin and the Chipmunks,' and her part as Blanche Hodel in the Broadway musical 'Wonderful Town.' |
Intro
Dody Goodman was an American character actress known for her distinctive, comedic, and often eccentric roles in television and film, particularly in the 1950s through the 1980s.
Early Life & Background
Dolores Goodman, known professionally as Dody Goodman, began her show business career as a dancer in New York, appearing in nightclubs and Broadway revues in the 1940s and 1950s before transitioning to acting.
Career Highlights
- Regular on 'The Tonight Show' with Jack Paar in the late 1950s.
- Appeared as Martha Shumway on the TV soap opera spoof 'Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman'.
- Broadway appearances in 'Wonderful Town' and 'Parade'.
- Film roles including 'Grease' (1978), 'Grease 2' (1982), and 'Splash' (1984).
- Voiced Miss Miller on animated series 'Alvin and the Chipmunks' and related films.
Trivia
- Known for her quirky comedic style and distinctive high-pitched voice.
- Received an Emmy nomination in 1958 for Outstanding Continued Performance by a Series Supporting Actress.
- Frequently appeared as a panelist on TV game shows during the 1960s and 1970s.
FAQs
People also ask
When was Dody Goodman born?
Dody Goodman was born the 28 October 1915.
Where is Dody Goodman from?
Columbus, Ohio, USA.
On Her Birth-Day
About October 28th, 1915, in brief:
- Day of the week: October 28th, 1915 was a Thursday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rabbit (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase:
- #1 US song: I'm Neutral by Bert Williams
- Popular movie: directed by D.W. Griffith
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