Nancy Gates was born February 1, 1926 in Dallas, Texas. She entered show business, at an early age, when she was signed to a contract with RKO Studios when she was 15. Her first production with that studio was in 1942's _Hitler's Children , Nancy left acting to be with her family. She had 34 films on her dossier, along with a host of television appearances.
Under contract to RKO Studios at 15
Left acting to devote herself to family life
Mother, with William Hayes , of sons Jeffrey M. Hayes and Chip Hayes.
Sister of Pete Gates.
