Legendary Broadway actress from Mass. dies at 101
Jane Morgan, known for her long career as a singer, actress and Broadway performer, died Monday at 101.
"Our beloved Jane passed away peacefully in her sleep," Morgan's family told Deadline.
Morgan, born Florence Catherine Currier, was originally from Newton. She began her entertainment career by appearing in productions at the Kennebunkport Playhouse in Kennebunkport, Maine, which her brother founded.
She became a popular presence in '50s, '60s and '70s variety shows, making appearances in staples such as "The Johnny Cash Show" and "The Ed Sullivan Show."
In 1957, Morgan released her most popular song, "Fascination," which peaked at number 7 on the Billboard charts.
Morgan was also an accomplished Broadway regular. She played significant roles in productions such as "Ziegfeld Follies of 1957," "The Jack Benny Show," "Mame" and "Can-Can," among others.
"Beautiful, talented and devoted — these are just some of the adjectives used to describe Jane Morgan," her Hollywood Walk of Fame bio reads .
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