One name stands out among the others in the field of television magic: Elizabeth Montgomery. Her most famous role may be that of Samantha Stevens, the endearing witch from the hit television series Bewitched.
On April 15, 1933, Elizabeth Montgomery was born in Los Angeles, California, into a family of actresses. She started her acting career at an early age, making appearances in TV series and movies. Acting was almost in her blood.
However, her popularity as Samantha Stevens was largely responsible for her rise to fame. A well-liked sitcom called Bewitched ran from 1964 until 1972. Actor Dick York (later known as Dick Sargent) portrayed Montgomery’s character Samantha, a good-hearted witch who attempts to lead a regular life with her mortal spouse.
Bewitched’s unique blend of humor and enchantment was what made it so remarkable. Funny scenarios frequently resulted from Samantha’s attempts to blend in with the mortal world, especially when her magical abilities landed her into difficulty. But despite everything, Montgomery’s depiction of Samantha enchanted viewers with a dash of enchantment, wit, and grace.
Montgomery was a gifted actress who took on a range of parts over her career in addition to her position as Samantha. She had multiple TV movie appearances, performed on stage, and even assumed more somber roles in dramas.
Montgomery was well-known for her advocacy and kindness off-screen. She advocated for equality and justice by using her platform to speak up for subjects like women’s rights and civil rights.
Elizabeth Montgomery tragically died on May 18, 1995, yet her influence endures because to her classic performances and the charm of Bewitched. New generations are still discovering and falling in love with the fantastical world she helped create today.
Therefore, keep in mind the gifted actress who was behind the enchantment the next time you watch a Bewitched repeat or caught a glimpse of Samantha Stevens twitching her nose: Elizabeth Montgomery, a true television icon.
My In-Laws Didn’t Invite My Children to Family Dinner, Disparagingly Calling Them “Baggage”
Our reader Nadine sent us an emotional letter. The fact is that her in-laws invited the whole family over for dinner, leaving her children out. To make matters worse, her husband knew this and approved of this behavior.
This is Nadine’s letter.
We decided to find out what readers think about this situation. All of them found the behavior of the husband and in-laws offensive.
- I have a very short answer that I use on occasion, and that is. When people show you who they are, believe them. Whatever is said now and whatever apologies made, you know who they all are. © Linda Fawcett / Facebook
- If my kids weren’t welcome at whatever function, I wouldn’t go either. © Sandy Freed / Facebook
- I would have left straight away and if my husband didn’t follow, I would have finished my marriage, when it comes to my kids no one wins over them. © Liz Russell Flaherty / Facebook
- I’d ask my hit if he cared about me and the kids. And then I’d leave the restaurant with or without him. © Faye Birkbeck / Facebook
- This happened to us for a wedding. Other kids were there. We drove 3 hours to get there, so we were stuck. That was 40 years ago. I never forgot. © Regina Mason / Facebook
- My children come first, they are not baggage’s … it does not matter if you’re blood or not, kindness should be organic. © M Otto Rittah Rxs / Facebook
- I would seriously consider whether you stay with your husband, as he clearly hasn’t accepted your children. To say that they shouldn’t be at a family gathering because they’re not blood relatives, means he agrees with your in-laws. I can only imagine how your kids feel with their ‘so called’ dad, disowning them in this manner. © James Wood / Facebook
Conflict with in-laws is not uncommon. Here is the story of a young woman who decided to teach her insolent mother-in-law a lesson.
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