She became a household name & global phenomenon but her sudden death shocked us all
Elizabeth Montgomery became a household name in the 1960s for her iconic role as Samantha Stephens in the sitcom Bewitched, which aired from 1964 to 1972. Born on April 15, 1933, in Los Angeles to a Broadway actress and acclaimed actor Robert Montgomery, acting was in her blood. She made her television debut on her father’s show and later starred on Broadway and in films.
Elizabeth’s early marriages, including a brief union with Frederick Gallatin Cammann and a longer one with actor Gig Young, ended in divorce. She found lasting love with director William Asher, marrying in 1963 and having three children together.
Despite her successes in shows like The Twilight Zone and The Untouchables, her legacy remains tied to Bewitched, where her charm and natural beauty captivated audiences. Elizabeth passed away in 1995, but her impact on television endures, leaving fans nostalgic for her memorable performances.
