'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Died 26 Years Ago

• Mothers With Will
• Women With Will
• News
• Celebrity
• • Musicians
  • TV Shows
  • Royals
  • Fashion
  • Hollywood
  • Athletes
  • Influencers
• Real Life
• Latest
• Trends
• Terms of use
• Privacy Policy
• Notice at collection
• Main Guidelines
• About us
• Contact us
• Advertise with us

Do not sell my personal informationHomeCelebrityGetty Images 'Bewitched' Star Elizabeth Montgomery Died 26 Years Ago — Inside the Life and Death of the IconBy Rebelander Basilan May 18, 202111:30 A.M.Share

Elizabeth Montgomery became renowned for her role in the hit television series "Bewitched." She died in 1995.

Advertisement

Montgomery was viewed as one of the hottest and most attractive ladies in Hollywood during her prime. Her blonde hair and green eyes were etched into people's hearts and minds.

According to IMDB, Montgomery was the daughter of screen actor Robert Montgomery and Broadway actress Elizabeth Allen. She became best known for her role in "Bewitched," where she played the benevolent witch Samantha Stephens.

EARLY LIFE

Montgomery was born on April 15, 1933, and was exposed to the entertainment industry at an early age. She had her education at Westlake School for Girls and Spencer School New York before pursuing a career in the arts.

Advertisement

The actress later attended the Academy of Dramatic Arts, where she was professionally trained to become an actress. She had her on-screen debut in 1951 on her father’s show, “Robert Montgomery Presents.”

She also became a stage actress and won a Theater World Award on her first Broadway play, “Late Love.” Before starring in her famed sitcom, “Bewitched,” Montgomery appeared in “The Untouchables,” where she earned her first Emmy nomination.

Elizabeth Montgomery in a publicity portrait issued for the television series, "Bewitched," circa 1968. | Photo: Getty Images

A SUCCESSFUL SITCOM

Advertisement

"Like most people, I secretly hope that it's true - that there are witches like Samantha, and that families like hers really do exist," Montgomery once said.

As reported by Closer Weekly, "Bewitched" ran from 1964 to 1972. The sitcom looked at the marriage between a witch and a mortal male, and the comic chaos that originates from them attempting to carry on with an ordinary life.

The prevalence of the sitcom was tremendous. Many people also admired Montgomery for her excellent performance as Samantha.

Elizabeth Montgomery, Dick Sargent, Erin Murphy, and David Lawrence in a publicity portrait issued for the television series, "Bewitched," circa 1971. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

PRIVATE ACTRESS

"She was everything you could possibly want your favorite TV star to be in real life," author Herbie J Pilato once said. "I mean, she was so warm and welcoming, especially for someone so private and protected."

Montgomery was married four times, according to Biography. The acclaimed actress and businessman Frederick Gallatin Cammann got married in 1954, but their union lasted only one year.

She made her TV debut on her dad's playhouse arrangement, "Robert Montgomery Presents."

Elizabeth Montgomery and William Asher pose for a portrait at home circa 1966 in Beverly Hills, California. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

PERSONAL LIFE AND CAREER

Her second husband was actor Gig Young from 1956 to 1963. After the divorce, Montgomery married "Bewitched" producer-director William Asher that year.

The two ended their marriage in 1973. Montgomery and Asher shared three children — Willy, Robert, and Rebecca Elizabeth. Two years later, Montgomery lived with her fourth husband, Robert Foxworth, and was with him until she died in 1995.

Montgomery's son, Bill Asher, like his mom, works with celebrities on the daily. He is amazing at his craft, repairing and restoring guitars for famous musicians. The actress is also a mom to Rebecca and Robert Asher.

Elizabeth Montgomery and Robert Foxworth on March 4, 1980 at Plitt's Century Plaza Theatres in Century City, California. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

During the 1950s and '60s, she showed up on several television shows, including "Wagon Train" (1959), "The Untouchables" (1960), and "Rawhide" (1963).

Read also

15 of Our Favorite Longest-Living Celebrities – Photos Then & Now

Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli Split After Nearly 28 Years — From Ski-Hat Wedding to Federal Prison

Loni Anderson Wasn't 'Touched' by Her Ex for 3 Years Until She Met the Man She Was 'Meant to Be' With — Her Love Story

She was also picked to star in films such as "The Court-Martial of Billy Mitchell" (1955) and "Johnny Cool" (1963). Montgomery later appeared as a dramatic actress.

She starred in several made-for-television films like "The Legend of Lizzie Borden" (1975), "A Case of Rape" (1974), and "Black Widow Murders: The Blanche Taylor Moore Story" (1993).

Elizabeth Montgomery and Robert Foxworth on January 27, 1989 at the St. James Club in West Hollywood, California. | Photo: Getty Images

Advertisement

Montgomery was diagnosed with colon cancer in March 1995, according to Biography. On May 18, 1995, she passed away at 62 years old. However, her family claimed she was 57 years old.

Her own campaigns incorporate AmFAR, The American Foundation for AIDS research. She routinely supported liberal causes as well. In 1998, Montgomery's children and husband donated her wardrobe for auction with the goal of raising money for AIDS charities.

ShareAdvertisement AdvertisementRelated posts

Oscar-Winning Actor Robert Redford, Best Known for 'Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid,' Dies at 89

September 16, 2025

Barbra Streisand Reflects on Her Last Encounter with Robert Redford

September 17, 2025

'Full House' Actress Lori Loughlin and Husband Mossimo Giannulli Separate After 27 Years – Details

October 02, 2025

16 Secret Celebrity Couples Keeping Love Under Wraps – 30+ Pics

October 29, 2025

All About the Late Robert Redford's Four Children — Two of Whom Tragically Died Before Their Star Dad

September 17, 2025

Lori Loughlin Had Dinner with James Tupper Just a Day Before Divorce News Broke

October 03, 2025

Who Is Lola Van Wagenen — Inside Robert Redford's First Marriage

September 17, 2025

Robert De Niro Visits the Vatican for a Meeting with Pope Leo – Details

November 10, 2025

More Than a Movie Icon: The Person Who Called Diane Keaton 'Mom' — Celebrities Pay Tribute

October 13, 2025

Cheryl Hines Breaks Silence on RFK Jr. Marriage Rumors a Year after His Scandal with Journalist Olivia Nuzzi

August 13, 2025

Lisa Marie's Husband Married Her amid Child Molestation Allegations to Divert Attention, Priscilla Presley Alleges

September 22, 2025

Top newsSpecial Education Teacher Linda Brown Missing After Allegedly Going Out to Acupuncture

January 09, 2026

ICE Agent Jonathan Ross, Who Shot and Killed a Woman in Minneapolis, Had Previously Been Involved in Violence — Details of the Case

January 09, 2026

Nick Reiner's Siblings Have a Strong Opinion on the Possible Sentence for Him in the Case of Their Parents' Murder

January 09, 2026

Read also15 of Our Favorite Longest-Living Celebrities – Photos Then & Now

October 01, 2025

Lori Loughlin and Mossimo Giannulli Split After Nearly 28 Years — From Ski-Hat Wedding to Federal Prison

October 03, 2025

Loni Anderson Wasn't 'Touched' by Her Ex for 3 Years Until She Met the Man She Was 'Meant to Be' With — Her Love Story

August 04, 2025