Sleek and striking Abby Dalton became a very familiar perky and sexy presence in 60s TV households. Known not only for her award-worthy acting on TV comedy, she became an avid game-show panelist and appeared on a slew of TV's more popular programs. It might come as a surprise to some, then, that Abby honed her wholesome sitcom personality only after apprenticing in 'Roger Corman' . Her work continued until 1999, though she still remains active in volunteer work. Twice married, her first to Jack Smith in 1960, produced three children, including daughter/actress Kathleen and son Matthew David. Her second marriage to Joe Moudragon also ended in divorce.
Mother of daughter Kathleen Kinmont and son Matthew David Smith.
Ex-mother-in-law of Lorenzo Lamas and Jere Burns.
Not related to actress Audrey Dalton.
Appeared with "The Hollywood Squares" host Peter Marshall in 2002 to help promote his own book.
Dalton had lots of acting mentors: Jackie Cooper , Joey Bishop and Jane Wyman.
Best known by the public for her roles as Lt. Martha Hale on "Hennesey" , as Ellie Barnes on "The Joey Bishop Show" and as Julia Cumson on "Falcon Crest" .
Played Jane Wyman s daughter on "Falcon Crest" , in real-life, Dalton is 15 years Wymans junior.
