Betty Anne Rees Explained

Betty Anne Rees (April 14, 1943 — June 3, 2024) was an American television and film actress active in the 1970s. She was known for her roles in Sugar Hill (1974), Unholy Rollers (1972), and My Three Sons.

Life

Rees was born in Shaker Heights, Ohio on April 14, 1943. In 1961, she graduated from Shaker Heights High School and then enrolled in the University of Miami. Rees later studied acting at Pasadena Playhouse. While living in New York, she was a roommate of fellow actress Caroline McWilliams.[1]

She died in her home in Hemet, California on June 3, 2024, at the age of 81.

Career

She played the recurring character of Janet Ingram, Steve Douglas' secretary, on the final season of My Three Sons.[2] The character had previously been played by Abby Dalton for one episode.

In 1973, Rees portrayed S.A. Joyce Hanafin, the first female agent featured on the television series The F.B.I.[3]

After leaving acting, Rees began working for Gloria Marshall Figure Salons, a chain of weight loss centers, and designed kitchens.

Filmography

Television!Title!Role!Year!Notes
General HospitalMargaret Colson1975[4]
Film!Title!Role!Year!Notes
DeathmasterEsslin1972[5]

Notes and References

  1. Web site: Barnes . Mike . 2024-06-08 . Betty Anne Rees, Actress in 'The Unholy Rollers' and 'Sugar Hill,' Dies at 81 . 2024-12-03 . The Hollywood Reporter . en-US.
  2. Web site: Clarendon . Dan . 2024-06-08 . Betty Anne Rees Dies: 'My Three Sons' & 'Unholy Rollers' Star Was 81 . 2024-12-03 . TV Insider . en-US.
  3. News: O'Brian . Jack . July 6, 1973 . Voice of Broadway: Elvis Buried His Old Vehicle . Kannapolis Daily Independent . 8A.
  4. News: September 22, 1975 . Michele Will Tell . Danville Register . 13.
  5. News: June 25, 1972 . AIP Announces Summer Releases . . 11.