About
Natalie Schafer (November 5, 1900 – April 10, 1991) was an American actress, best known today for her role as Lovey Howell on the sitcom Gilligan's Island (1964–1967). Schafer began her career as an actress on Broadway before moving to Los Angeles in 1941 to work in films. She appeared on Broadway in 17 plays between 1927 and 1959, often playing supporting roles. Most of those appearances were in short-run plays, with the exceptions of Lady in the Dark (1941–42), The Doughgirls (1942–44), and Romanoff and Juliet (1957–58). She was seen in a revival of Six Characters in Search of an Author, directed by Sir Tyrone Guthrie (1955–56). She also appeared in stock and regional productions, including the off-Broadway production The Killing of Sister George with Claire Trevor in the title role. She also guest-starred in TV productions beginning in the 1950s, such as an episode (“The Shy...
Known for
The Love BoatSeries • 1977
MannixSeries • 1967
The Beverly HillbilliesSeries • 1962
I Love LucySeries • 1951
Three's CompanySeries • 1977
Climax!Series • 1954
Simon & SimonSeries • 1981
The Philco Television PlayhouseSeries • 1948
Route 66Series • 1960
Trapper John, M.D.Series • 1979
Matt HoustonSeries • 1982
Gilligan's IslandSeries • 1964
77 Sunset StripSeries • 1958
ThrillerSeries • 1960
The Brady BunchSeries • 1969
Vega$Series • 1978
Kraft Television TheatreSeries • 1947
The Ford Television TheatreSeries • 1952
Crazy like a FoxSeries • 1984
McMillan & WifeSeries • 1971
Mayberry R.F.D.Series • 1968
CHiPsSeries • 1977
Lux Video TheatreSeries • 1950
Mr. & Mrs. NorthSeries • 1952