Stella Stevens, known for her starring roles in 'The Nutty Professor' and 'The Poseidon Adventure,' has died at 84.
, has died at 84. Born Estelle Eggleton in Mississippi in 1938, she starred in her first film in 1959, before going on to appear next to some of the most recognizable faces in Hollywood, including Elvis Presley and Dean Martin. She managed to carve out an impressive critical reputation for herself as well.
The Courtship of Eddie’s FatherThe Ballad of Cable Hogue“Playmate of the Month” in January 1960 and had an ongoing relationship with the magazine, though she later spoke out about its attempts to shortchange her. Later in her career, she starred in numerous films, guested in TV shows including, and was a dedicated advocate for animal rights. She died in Los Angeles after suffering from Alzheimers.
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