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Dena Dietrich
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| Born |
Deanne Frances Dietrich
December 4, 1928 |
| Died | November 21, 2020 (aged 91) |
| Years active | 1967-2007 |
Dena Dietrich (born December 4, 1928 – died November 21, 2020) was an American actress. She was born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Dena Dietrich was known for her many roles in TV shows and movies. She also performed on Broadway and even lent her voice to a popular ride at Epcot in Walt Disney World.
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Dena Dietrich: A Talented Actress
Dena Dietrich had a long career in acting, lasting from 1967 to 2007. She appeared in many different types of productions. These included television series, feature films, and live theater shows. She was known for her ability to play various characters.
Her TV Shows
Dena Dietrich was a familiar face on television. She played several memorable characters in popular shows. For example, she was Grace Peterson in Adam's Rib. This show was a comedy about a married couple who were both lawyers.
She also played Dena Madison in the 1975 TV series Karen. Another one of her roles was Estelle Milner in Paul Sand in Friends and Lovers. Later, she appeared as Molly Gibbons in The Practice. She also played Ethel Armbrewster in The Ropers and Pearl Newman in 13 East.
On the Big Screen and Stage
Besides her TV work, Dena Dietrich also acted in movies. She appeared in The Wild Party in 1975. She was also in Disney's movie The North Avenue Irregulars in 1979. In 1981, she worked with the famous comedian Mel Brooks in his movie History of the World, Part I.
Dena Dietrich also had a successful career on Broadway, which is the highest level of theater in the United States. She performed in plays like The Rimers of Eldritch, Here's Where I Belong, and The Prisoner of Second Avenue.
Voice of Horizons
One of Dena Dietrich's unique roles was providing the voice for an attraction at Epcot. From 1983 to 1999, she was the voice of the grandmother narrator on the dark ride called Horizons. This ride took guests on a journey to explore future living.
Later Years
Dena Dietrich passed away on November 21, 2020. She was 91 years old. She died of natural causes at a health-care facility in Los Angeles, California.
