BARBARA EDEN | BORN 1931

Barbara Eden’s rise to stardom was meteoric after she became the beloved lead in “I Dream of Jeannie” from 1965 to 1970. Her journey to television dominance began with a recurring spot on “The Johnny Carson Show,” which paved the way for appearances in an array of TV shows including “I Love Lucy,” “Crossroads,” and “How to Marry a Millionaire.” Eden’s initial foray into performance was as a church choir singer, and by her teenage years, she was singing with a local band at nightclubs for $10 a night. Her talent and perseverance culminated in 1988 when she was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

Eden’s accomplishments extend beyond acting; she was awarded an honorary Doctor of Laws degree by the University of West Los Angeles School of Law. Furthermore, she penned and published her memoir, “Jeannie Out of the Bottle,” in 2011, offering an intimate glimpse into her 50-year journey through personal milestones and a celebrated career in Hollywood, starting from her early life and burgeoning fame in her twenties.