Actor
Alice Ghostley
A trailblazing actress determined to defy typecasting navigates the highs and lows of Hollywood as she transforms from a comedic witch into a beloved icon of wit and charm.
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Biography
Alice Ghostley was an accomplished American actress and singer known for her work in stage, film, and television. She gained widespread recognition for her role as the bumbling witch Esmeralda on the sitcom *Bewitched* from 1969 to 1972. Ghostley also appeared as Cousin Alice on *Mayberry R.F.D.* from 1970 to 1971 and later as Bernice Clifton on *Designing Women* from 1986 to 1993, a role that further solidified her place in television history.
Filmography · 12 of 12
Actor
12 creditsMothers and Daughters(2006)
Doctor
Film
The Designing Women Reunion(2003)
Actor
Film
Whispers: An Elephant's Tale(2000)
Tuskless
Film
Palmer's Pick-Up(1999)
Mrs. Eleanor Palmer
Film
Blue Sunshine(1977)
O'Malley's Neighbor
Film
Gator(1976)
Emmeline Cavanaugh
Film
Ace Eli and Rodger of the Skies(1973)
Sister Lite
Film
Viva Max(1969)
Hattie
Film
With Six You Get Eggroll(1968)
Molly
Film
The Flim-Flam Man(1967)
Mrs. Packard
Film
My Six Loves(1963)
Selena Johnson
Film
New Faces(1954)
Self
Film
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