Polly Rowles

Mary Elizabeth "Polly" Rowles (January 10, 1914 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – October 7, 2001 in Concord, New Hampshire) was an American actress best known for such films and television series as The Defenders, Sweet Liberty and Power. She also appeared as Vera Charles in the original Broadway production of Auntie Mame (1956–58) with Rosalind Russell in the title role.

Rosalind Russell (left) and Polly Rowles in the original Broadway production of Auntie Mame (1957)
Polly Rowles
Born
Mary Elizabeth Rowles

(1914-01-10)January 10, 1914
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
DiedOctober 7, 2001(2001-10-07) (aged 87)
Concord, New Hampshire, United States
OccupationActress

Television work included soap opera characters in roles on The Nurses, Somerset, and The Edge of Night.

Rowles was also known as Inspector No. 12 in a series of television commercials for Hanes underwear.[1][2]

References
  1. "Polly Rowles, 87, Actress In TV and Film". The New York Times. October 20, 2001.
  2. "Polly Rowles, 87; Actress Best Known for Hanes Commercial". The Los Angeles Times. October 21, 2001.


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