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Sylvia Lewis

b. 1931

American actress

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About Sylvia Lewis

Born 1931. Sylvia Lewis is an American actor, choreographer, dancer, television actor and film actor.

Early life and education Sylvia Levin was born in York, Pennsylvania on April 22, 1931, the daughter of Velma Levin.

Career In 1956, Lewis as she was now known appeared in The Conqueror, where she danced with John Wayne in the film.

Lewis was working as an assistant for Hal Belfer at Universal International, when she was asked to audition for the 1950s television series Where's Raymond? She became a regular on the show in which she played a dancer, as well as being a choreographer for the untrained lead actor. She went on to provide choreography for many television shows.

In 1961, she starred in the play "On The Town" at the Music Circus.

Lewis was the choreographer on Who's the Boss?

Personal life Lewis got married in 1955 and had at least one child, a daughter.

FilmographyThe Las Vegas Story (1952)Harem Girl (1952)Singin' in the Rain (1952)She's Working Her Way Through College (1952)Just for You (1952)Hans Christian Andersen (1952)Androcles and the Lion (1952)Siren of Bagdad (1953)Cruisin' Down the River (1953)Those Redheads from Seattle (1953)Gunsmoke (1953)Drums of Tahiti (1954)Red Garters (1954)Bedlam in Paradise (1955)The Lieutenant Wore Skirts (1956)The Conqueror (1956)Cha-Cha-Cha Boom! (1956)The Ladies Man (1961) Hook, Line, and Sinker (1969)

Television workThe Colgate Comedy Hour (1951–1952) (Supporting player / dancer)Where's Raymond? (1953–1955) (Series regular)The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show (1956) (Guest appearance)The Bob Cummings Show (1956–1958) (Series regular / 2 Guest appearances)Steve Canyon (1958) (Guest appearance)The Dennis O'Keefe Show (1959) (Guest appearance)Zorro (1959) (Guest appearance)Peter Gunn (1959) (Guest appearance)Johnny Staccato (1959) (Guest appearance)The New Steve Allen Show (1959) (Sketch performer)The Dick Van Dyke Show (1963) (Guest appearance)The Danny Kaye Show (1963) (Guest appearance)Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. (1965) (Guest appearance)The Beverly Hillbillies (1965) (Guest appearance)The Andy Griffith Show (1965) (Guest appearance)The Jerry Lewis Show'' (1967) (Sketch performer)

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Important facts

Family & relationships

Spouse
Ed Simmons (screenwriter)
Spouse
John Rich (director)

People in Sylvia Lewis's life

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Frequently asked questions

Who is Sylvia Lewis?

American actress

When was Sylvia Lewis born?

Sylvia Lewis was born on 22 April 1931 in York.

What is Sylvia Lewis's occupation?

Sylvia Lewis is an actor, choreographer, dancer, television actor and film actor.

What nationality is Sylvia Lewis?

Sylvia Lewis is American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Sylvia Lewis

· Wikidata: Q7660954

· DBpedia: Sylvia Lewis

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