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Vivian Vance (1915-1979)

Vivian Vance, born Vivian Roberta Jones on February 19, 1915, in Cherryvale, Kansas (not Los Angeles), was a beloved American actress and singer. She is best remembered for her role as Ethel Mertz, Lucille Ball's best friend and landlady, on the iconic television sitcom I Love Lucy (1951-1957). Her comedic timing and endearing portrayal of Ethel earned her immense popularity and an Emmy Award for Outstanding Supporting Actress in a Comedy Series in 1954.

Career Highlights

• I Love Lucy (1951-1957): Vance's performance as Ethel Mertz cemented her place in television history. Her on-screen chemistry with William Frawley, who played Fred Mertz, was a key element of the show's success.
• The Lucy-Desi Comedy Hour (1957-1960): Vance continued her role as Ethel in these hour-long specials.
• The Lucy Show (1962-1968): Vance joined Lucille Ball's new sitcom, playing Viv Bunson, Lucy Carmichael's friend and business partner. Though she initially agreed to appear in only a handful of episodes, she remained a regular cast member for several seasons.
• Broadway: Prior to her television success, Vance had a thriving career in theatre, appearing in various Broadway productions.
• Film: While primarily known for her television work, Vance also appeared in films like The Secret Fury (1950) and Champagne for Caesar (1950).

Later Life and Legacy

After The Lucy Show, Vance made fewer television appearances, focusing on stage work and enjoying a more private life. She moved to Belvedere, California, and later relocated to Connecticut with her fourth husband, literary agent and publisher John Begg. Vance passed away from bone cancer on August 17, 1979, in Belvedere.

Information regarding social media presence for a performer of Vivian Vance's era is not applicable. Social media platforms as we know them did not exist during her lifetime. There are fan pages and appreciation groups dedicated to her on current social media platforms, but these are not officially managed by her or her estate.

There have been recent projects related to Vance, including documentaries and biographies exploring her life and career. Interest in her enduring contributions to television comedy continues to this day.

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