An Emmy-winning actress who starred in the 1960s TV series "Mission: Impossible" as Cinnamon Carter, a secret agent and fashion icon. She is also known for her work in the sci-fi TV series "Space: 1999".
Known for her captivating performances as Cinnamon Carter Crawford in the action television series Mission Impossible and as Dr. Helena Russell in the British-Italian science fiction series Space: 1999, Barbara Bain is an American actress who has left an indelible mark on the world of television.
Born Mildred Fogel on September 13, 1931, in Chicago, Illinois, to Russian-Jewish immigrants, Bain developed an interest in dance at an early age. She graduated from the University of Illinois with a degree in sociology and later moved to New York City to study dance alongside the renowned Martha Graham.
Dissatisfied with her career as a dancer, Bain ventured into modeling, landing jobs with prestigious publications like Vogue and Harper's. However, she soon turned to acting, studying at the Theater Studio under Curt Conway and Lonny Chapman, and later at the Actors Studio under Lee Strasberg.
Bain's first acting role was in Paddy Chayefsky's play Middle of the Night, which embarked on a national tour in 1957. Her breakthrough role came in 1966 when she starred as Cinnamon Carter Crawford in Mission Impossible, earning her three Primetime Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award nomination.
Her success in Mission Impossible led to her starring role as Dr. Helena Russell in Space: 1999, a British-Italian science fiction series that aired from 1975 to 1977. Bain's performances in both series cemented her status as a talented and versatile actress.
In addition to her television success, Bain has appeared in several films, including Animals with the Tollkeeper (1998), Panic (2000), Forget Me Not (2009), and On the Rocks (2020).
Throughout her career, Bain has demonstrated her range and adaptability, taking on diverse roles in film, television, and theater. Her commitment to her craft has earned her a loyal following and critical acclaim.
Bain was married to actor Martin Landau from 1957 to 1993. She has two daughters, Susan Finch and Juliet Landau, both of whom are involved in the entertainment industry.
Throughout her life, Bain has been dedicated to her craft, continuously seeking new challenges and opportunities to grow as an artist. Her legacy as a talented and trailblazing actress continues to inspire generations of actors and actresses.
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