Elizabeth Victoria Montgomery was a renowned American actress whose illustrious career spanned an impressive five decades, leaving an indelible mark on the film and television industries.
Born into a family of notable actors, Montgomery's professional journey began in the 1950s with a pivotal role on her father's television series, Robert Montgomery Presents. As she transitioned into the 1960s, Montgomery's star continued to rise with her iconic portrayal of Samantha Stephens on the beloved ABC sitcom, Bewitched. Her outstanding performance earned her a staggering five Primetime Emmy Award nominations and four Golden Globe Award nominations, cementing her status as a television legend.
Following the conclusion of Bewitched in 1972, Montgomery continued to flourish in her career, taking on numerous television film roles. Her performances in A Case of Rape, where she portrayed Ellen Harrod in 1974, and The Legend of Lizzie Borden, where she played the titular character in 1975, garnered her additional Emmy Award nominations.
Throughout her personal life, Montgomery was married four times, with her most notable union being with actor, producer, and director William Asher, with whom she shared three children. Her fourth and final marriage was to actor Robert Foxworth, whom she lived with for twenty years before tying the knot in 1993.
Tragically, Montgomery's life was cut short when she succumbed to colorectal cancer in May 1995, just eight weeks after being diagnosed with the disease.
