Barbara Eden, born Barbara Jean Morehead, is a renowned American actress who has made a lasting impact on the entertainment industry. She graduated from Abraham Lincoln High School in San Francisco, California, and later studied at San Francisco's City College, San Francisco Conservatory of Music, and Elizabeth Holloway School of Theatre.
Eden began her career in music, but it was her iconic role as "Jeannie" in the NBC TV comedy series I Dream of Jeannie (1965) that catapulted her to international fame. She has since appeared in over 20 theatrical feature films and made-for-television movies, working with major studios such as 20th Century Fox, Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, Columbia Studios, and Universal Studios.
In addition to her film and television work, Eden has also had a successful career in stage productions, starring in musicals such as The Sound of Music and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes. She has toured extensively, performing in various stage productions, including Neil Simon's Last of the Red Hot Lovers and The Best Little Whorehouse in Texas.
Eden has been honored with numerous awards and accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, a Lifetime Achievement Award from the Broadcasters Hall of Fame, and a TV Land Lifetime Achievement Award. She has also been named one of TV Guide's Most Popular Comedy Stars and one of People Magazine's 200 Greatest Pop Icons of the 20th Century.
Throughout her career, Eden has worked tirelessly on behalf of various charities, including the American Cancer Society, the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and Childhelp USA. She resides in Beverly Hills with her husband, Jon Eicholtz.
In 2011, Eden published her memoir, "Jeannie Out of the Bottle," which debuted at number 14 on the New York Times Best Seller List. The autobiography chronicles her colorful life and remarkable Hollywood career, spanning over 50 years.
Eden has continued to work in television, film, and stage, appearing in recent productions such as Always and Forever, Army Wives, and Sabrina the Teenage Witch. She remains one of Hollywood's busiest actresses, with a career that shows no signs of slowing down.
