Carroll Baker

Carroll Baker had one of the most interesting jobs before she pursued acting. She was a magician’s assistant and a professional dancer at a nightclub. She also starred in Winston cigarettes commercials, as well as for Coca-Cola. Carroll’s family was originally from Pennsylvania before they called the moving company and transferred to Florida. Her role in Baby Doll earned her an Oscar and a BAFTA nomination. In the film Giant, she acted alongside James Dean, who later became her good friend. In 2003, Carroll retired as an actress and proceeded to become a writer, producing best-selling books.

Throughout her 50 years as an actress, she has appeared in more than 80 films in film, television, and theater. She has also joined some retrospective documentaries, including one where she talked about how film made an impact on her career. It’s no secret that Carroll has achieved numerous milestones and has worked with some of the industry’s best. Like them, she is also considered an icon by many of her contemporaries.