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Diana Douglas: Biography, Facts and Career

Who is Diana Douglas? An evergreen, sourced profile: biography, key facts and career.

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Diana Love Webster (née Dill; formerly Douglas and Darrid; January 22, 1923 – July 3, 2015), known professionally as Diana Douglas, was a Bermudian-American actress who was married to actor Kirk Douglas from 1943 until their divorce in 1951. She was the mother of Michael and Joel Douglas. Douglas began her career as an actress in 1942, and ultimately appeared in more than 50 films. Two of her best-known roles were Susan Rogers in The Indian Fighter (co-starring Kirk Douglas) and Peg in Planes, Trains and Automobiles. She was also known for her recurring role as Martha Evans in Days of Our Lives (1977–1979, 1982). In 2003, she appeared in It Runs in the Family with her ex-husband Kirk, her son Michael and her grandson Cameron. She retired from acting in 2008.

Quick facts about Diana Douglas

  • Full name: Diana Douglas
  • Born: 1923-01-22
  • Nationality: United States
  • Known as: Actor
  • Wikidata ID: Q436789

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Who is Diana Douglas?

Diana Love Webster (née Dill; formerly Douglas and Darrid; January 22, 1923 – July 3, 2015), known professionally as Diana Douglas, was a Bermudian-American actress who was married to actor Kirk Douglas from 1943 until their divorce in 1951.

What nationality is Diana Douglas?

Diana Douglas is United States.

When was Diana Douglas born?

Diana Douglas was born on 1923-01-22.

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