Beverly Wills was born on June 7, 1934, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, and from a young age, it was evident that she was destined to follow in the footsteps of her mother, the renowned actress Joan Davis. As the daughter of a celebrity, Beverly was naturally drawn to the world of entertainment, and she began her acting career at the tender age of 11, making her film debut in the 1945 musical comedy George White's Scandals.
Three years later, Beverly appeared in the 1948 film Mickey, showcasing her talent and versatility as a young actress. Her breakthrough role, however, came in 1952 when she starred alongside her mother, Joan Davis, and Jim Backus in the popular TV comedy series I Married Joan. In this critically acclaimed show, Beverly played the role of her mother's on-screen sister, a character that was eerily reminiscent of her real-life relationship with her mother.
After the series concluded its run, Beverly continued to appear in a limited number of films, with her final role being a minor appearance in the 1962 comedy Son of Flubber. Tragically, Beverly's life was cut short when she died in a devastating house fire on December 27, 1962, at the age of 30, alongside her grandmother and two young sons. Her mother, Joan Davis, had passed away just two years prior, leaving Beverly's family to mourn the loss of not one, but two beloved members.
Despite her relatively short career and limited number of film appearances, Beverly Wills will always be remembered as the talented daughter of Joan Davis, a shining star in her own right who left an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.
