Russian born American actress
Mother of Russell Derek (April 13, 1950 - August 21, 1999) and Sean Catherine Derek (born October 16, 1953).
Was a Bridge Life Master.
Cruised around the world eight times in the last years of her life.
Daughter of Prince Andre Behrs who was a Colonel in the Russian Czars Royal Calvary.
Retired from show business after marrying John Derek in 1948 and raised two children, Russell and Sean Catherine Derek.
Performed as a dancer in WWII France before arriving in the US.
Granddaughter, Alyce Derek, born 28 June 1969.
Became a great-grandmother in 1998.
Threatened to bring a morals charge against her husband, John Derek , when she discovered he was having an affair with Ursula Andress.
