Patsy Ann McClenny, better known by her stage name Morgan, is a talented actress born on February 3, 1950, in Dallas, Texas. As a shy child, her mother enrolled her in drama lessons to help her overcome her fear of public speaking, and by the age of 10, she began performing in children's plays.
Morgan's early career took off in Dallas, where she performed in dinner theater and stock productions. She later moved to New York, where she landed the key role of Jennifer in the daytime soap opera Search for Tomorrow in 1973, just six weeks after arriving in the city. She stayed with the show until 1977.
In 1978, Morgan made the move to Los Angeles, where she originated the role of Jenna Wade on the popular nighttime soap opera Dallas. Although the character was later portrayed by Priscilla Presley, Morgan's performance helped establish her as a talented young actress.
Morgan's breakthrough role came in 1980, when she played Constance Carlyle in the television series Flamingo Road. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe nomination for Best Actress, propelling her to stardom.
In addition to her work on television, Morgan has also had a successful career in live theater. Her acclaimed portrayal of Skye in the off-Broadway comedy "Geniuses" helped make it one of the "Top Ten Plays" of the year, according to Time Magazine and the New York Times. She has also appeared in productions of "Goodbye Charlie" and "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes."
On television, Morgan has played a range of characters, including Racine in the soap opera Paper Dolls and the ambitious and beautiful Angela Channing in the soap opera Falcon Crest. She has received an Emmy nomination for a special episode of Murphy Brown and has made numerous guest appearances on various television shows.
Morgan is also a published author, having written the book "Super Looks," which offers a comprehensive guide to makeup, exercise, and diet tips. She is a member of the Entertainment Industry AIDS Task Force and has been an active speaker on environmental issues. Morgan is also a collector of movie memorabilia, particularly items related to Marilyn Monroe, and antique clothing. She is a ballet fan and has interests in anthropology and paleontology, making her a true Renaissance woman.
