Betta St. John (1929-2023)

Betta St. John, born Betty Jean Striegler, was a versatile American actress, singer, and dancer. Her career included early roles in films like "Destry Rides Again" and "Jane Eyre." She later starred opposite Cary Grant in "Dream Wife" and appeared in British films and Broadway shows. St. John, married to English actor Peter Grant, retired from the entertainment industry in 1965. She was inducted into the Hawthorne Hall of Fame in 2019. Betta St. John passed away on June 23, 2023, at the age of 93 in Brighton, England, leaving behind a lasting legacy in the performing arts.