Connie stevens obituary

1. Biography of Connie Stevens
2. Acting Career
3. Success and Personal Life

Biography of Connie Stevens

Connie Stevens is an American actress and popular singer. She was born on August 8, 1938, in Brooklyn, New York. Her parents were Peter Ingoglia, also known as the musician Teddy Stevens, and singer Eleanor McGinley. Connie was fond of her parents' stage name and decided to use it as her own surname as she grew up. Her parents divorced when she was young, so she had to live with her grandparents from both sides of the family. At the age of eight, Connie Stevens started studying at a Catholic school where she showcased her acting talent and extraordinary musical abilities. Her musical gift came in handy when she formed the group "The Foremost" and became one of the best vocalists.

Acting Career

In 1953, Connie Stevens moved to Los Angeles with her father and became a member of one of the local music groups called "The Three Debs." Despite her initial success, she was soon asked to leave the group due to her perceived lack of professionalism. However, this setback did not deter Stevens from pursuing a career in music, and she also ventured into acting. She initially appeared in several television series, which caught the attention of Warner Brothers studio, leading to a contract. Since then, Stevens has appeared in numerous films. Her first musical album, "Concetta," was released in 1958.

Success and Personal Life

In the 1960s, Connie Stevens actively pursued both acting and music, occasionally performing on Broadway. The 1970s and 1980s were also marked by periodic successes in her career, as she became not only a beloved actress but also a sex symbol. Stevens has been married multiple times. In 1963, she married actor James Stacy, but they divorced after four years. In 1967, she married singer Eddie Fisher, with whom she also separated after two years. Connie Stevens is a devoted mother and has two daughters, Joely and Tricia, who are also actresses.