Barbara Lang (actress, Born 1938)
Barbara Lang may refer to: *Barbara Lang (film actress) (1928-1982), American film actress *Barbara Lang (Broadway actress) Barbara Lang (born April 8, 1937) is an American actress who has been featured in many Broadway productions of the 1960s and 1970s. Discography She featured in the Anything Goes 1962 Broadway Revival Cast and soundtrack album. as well as the 19 ...

Barbara Lang (film Actress)
Barbara Lang (born Barbara Jean Bly, March 2, 1928 – July 22, 1982 ) was an American actress and singer. Early life Lang was a student at Eagle Rock High School and acted in little theater. Illness After having poliomyelitis Lang was told that she might never walk again. She turned to the Bible during this time and credited faith for performing a miracle. Shortly after being stricken, her legs and facial muscles were paralyzed, and she had difficulty speaking. The lingering effect she experienced most was tiring easily. Lang began singing in night clubs to pay her medical debts. She was a self-taught vocalist who trusted her accompanist to select each song's key and pitch. She eventually began singing regularly in Portland and San Francisco. Career Film She first came to the attention of Hollywood producers with appearances in six ''Death Valley Days'' episodes (1955–1956). In 1957, she signed a contract with Metro Goldwyn Mayer and was assigned to dramatic school. As ...
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