Corinne Camacho was a multifaceted American television actress and singer-songwriter, whose remarkable career spanning nearly four decades was punctuated by her dedication to motherhood, life coaching, opening hospice centers, and writing children's music.
Born Gloria Angelina Katharina Alletto on October 31, 1941, in New Jersey, Camacho's early life was marked by a passion for music, as she studied piano at the Conservatory of Music and Arts as a child and continued her studies in high school. Following her family's relocation to Los Angeles, Camacho embarked on a modeling career in the 1960s before transitioning to acting, making her television debut in 1967.
Throughout her television career, Camacho appeared in numerous shows, including Medical Center (1969),Days of Our Lives (1965),Consenting Adult (1985),Cannon (1971),and others. She also had recurring roles on The Rockford Files (1974) and Mannix (1967). With her striking dark hair and exotic looks, Camacho's acting career was marked by her versatility and range.
In her personal life, Camacho was married to Drew Michaels and Richard Camacho, and was sometimes credited as Corinne Michaels. In the 1990s, she relocated to New Mexico to run a hospice center, before becoming a life coach in Oregon in 2001.
Beyond her acting and life coaching endeavors, Camacho was also a talented singer-songwriter, releasing the album "Love Notes & Lullabies" in 2006. Her music was geared towards children, reflecting her passion for nurturing young minds.
Tragically, Camacho passed away on September 15, 2010, at the age of 68, after a battle with cancer. She left behind a legacy that extended beyond her television career, including her children, Chris Camacho and Gabrielle Yasenchak, as well as two grandchildren. Her niece, Zoey Tess, is a singer-songwriter who continues to carry on her aunt's creative legacy.
