Dalton’s portrayal of Hale earned her a nomination at the 1961 Emmy Awards for outstanding performance in a supporting role by an actor or actress in a series. Abby Dalton, an Emmy-nominated actress known for her early roles on such series as comedy-drama Hennessey and The Joey Bishop Show who reenergized her career in the 1980s as a star of the. “She made her work look effortless,” Dalton’s representatives said.Īlso Read: Hollywood's Notable Deaths of 2020 (Photos)ĭalton was also well known as Navy nurse Martha Hale on “Hennesey,” a military-themed comedic drama that aired for three seasons beginning in 1959. Several years later, she joined the “Jonathan Winters Show” as Winter’s fictional wife, playing the straight foil to Winters’ comedic host and honing her chops at live comedy. In 1962, Dalton became a regular on “The Joey Bishop Show,” where she played the titular character’s wife, Ellie Barnes. In 1958, Clint Eastwood and James Garner got into a fist fight over her affection in an episode of the sitcom “Maverick.” She was best known for her role as winery heiress Julia Cumson in the ’80s drama “Falcon Crest.” In that role, Dalton played opposite actress Jane Wyman, whose work on the Jane Wyman Theatre show inspired Dalton’s first film role in “Rock All Night.” Dalton was a mainstay on “Falcon Crest” for five years until the show concluded in 1986.Īlso Read: 'Doctor Who' Stars Bradley Walsh, Tosin Cole to Exit After Holiday Specialĭalton’s widespread appeal also made her an object of desire both on- and off-camera.

spouse relationship with Burns, Jere (born 15 October 1954. She is also divorced from actors Jere Burns and Doug Swander. In 1989 Kinmont married Lorenzo Lamas, with whom she had been friends for 11 years. Born Gladys Marlene Wasden in Las Vegas, Dalton’s career in television began in 1957 and spanned over 50 years. Kinmont is the daughter of actress Abby Dalton and her husband Jack Smith.

Abby dalton jack smith