(Reuters) BO DEREK REFLECTS ON GIVING BACK TO AMERICAN VETERANS: 'THERE'S JUST SO MUCH WE DON'T DO. I know I would never have divorced him if he had not wanted it. For her second Broadway show, Me and Juliet, she started as a chorus girl, and then an understudy for the lead role, earning rave reviews in Chicago.[7]. Shirley Jones at the Pantages Theatre on June 1, 2014. Shirley Jones on June 9, 2019 in New York City | Photo: Getty Images. We believe that every person's story is important as it provides our community with an opportunity to feel a sense of belonging, share their hopes and dreams. It had to do with the fact that he thought David was selling out. Academy Award-winning actress Shirley Jones, best known for Elmer Gantry, was married to Marty Ingels for years, and he got death threats after tying the knot. She is a singer and actress, probably still best known for her roles in the musical films "Oklahoma!", "Carousel" and "The Music Man', and the musical comedy TV series "The Partridge Family". Began her career on Broadway at 18 in the original production of "South Pacific" in 1952. In 1990, Marty and Shirley wrote a book about their life and their romance and marriage. However, having intercourse with Jean and her late ex-husband did not change the strong feelings she had for him. Received an Honorary Doctor of Humane Letters Degree from Point Park College (Pittsburgh, PA). As a result, her awareness of his multiple infidelities did not quench her love for him. The actress used the popular saying opposites attract to refer to her relationship with Marty because she wouldnt like to be married to someone like her. According to media reports, they had a good relationship. Jones noted that in the entirety of her marriage to Cassidy, the Grammy award-winning singer always treated her in the best way possible. The Los Angeles medical examiner discovered Cassidy's body in his apartment and was able to identify it through dental checks. Her first acting gig on the big screen came in 1955 when she portrayed a farm girl in love with a cowboy in Oklahoma., Portrait of Shirley Jones for the 1959 movie "Never Steal Anything Small" | Source: Getty Images, Given her beautiful voice, she would often land roles in musical films such as Carousel, April Love, and The Music Man.. After her demise, he believes they will be together and looks forward to their reunion. Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy attending the Academy Awards, 1962 | Photo: Getty Images. And I wanted him. Shirley Jones and David Cassidy at Hollywood Palladium in CA, United States on March 02, 2003 | Photo: Getty Images. Jones once recalled how Cassidy talked her into having a threesome with a woman named Jean. At this time in my life, it is fun to play the opposite of me. In 1956, only one year after their first meeting, they tied the knot. She said, 'I'm the mother!'" Actress Shirley Jones attends the 2015 TCM Classic Film Festival Opening Night Gala at the TCL Chinese Theatre IMAX on March 26, 2015 | Photo: Getty Images. (Laughs) That's the biggest thing. They write new content and verify and edit content received from contributors. You can't take a girl like me who's been singing since she was a child, who has been in show business since she was a teenager, who has the business coursing in her blood-you can't take a girl like that and use marriage as a substitute. She was in the Broadway chorus of "South Pacific" and then was offered the part of "Laurey" in "Oklahoma!". But the movies changed in the 60's and Shirley's image did not fit so she would see her movie career stop in 1965. The actor died in 1976 in one of the most tragic ways. Shirley Jones is a 88 year old American Actress. Shirley would again work with little Ron Howard in The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1963). I have never done that in my life. About David, the actress once mentioned that she was grateful for the wonderful times they shared. Robert Preston had played the role on Broadway and his performance along with Shirley was magic. Taken by Shirley's beautifully trained voice, Shirley was signed as a nurse in the Broadway production of "South Pacific". Their marriage surprised most people back in the 70s because, as Jerry Rose said during an interview he had with Marty and Shirley, they were an odd couple., Shirley Jones and her husband Marty Ingels in 1980 in Anaheim, California | Source: Getty Images. Jones won the Miss Pittsburgh contest in 1952. Shirley Jones and Jack Cassidy in the 60s | Photo: Getty Images. The actress was having a nice time at Caf Escobar with her friend Betty Cantu and her husband, Fred, at the time. Shirley Jones grandchildren probably keep her busy, as well. The television movie The Lives of Jenny Dolan (1975) would be made as a pilot for a series that was not picked up. Two of her sons have large families, but it is Shaun Cassidys children who could make an entire basketball team themselves: he has eight kids! I've tried to bring all the things I loved about Christmas into my children's Christmases. David has not had a relationship with anyone in the family for years. But he was the one that wanted the divorce. In 1983, she appeared in a rare revival of Nol Coward's operetta, Bitter Sweet. Although David didn't receive much parental attention from his father, he appeared to have inherited some of his traits. The actress eventually found love again with her second husband, but she held a secret that linked her to Jack. A couple who married on Don't Tell The Bride are still happily together 10 years later with two children. As a matter of fact, I never fell out of love with a man - on the death of, I was very worried about David, because as I said, he'd showed up on a Monday with no sleep, becoming terrified with the fans, becoming terrified with the press, wanting to hide his trailer, every minute. | She won the Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for playing a vengeful prostitute in Elmer Gantry (1960). In addition, Jack Cassidy's death in 1976 drew Jones and Cassidy closer as Shirley's three children and stepson mourned their father. Despite his philandering ways with men and women, Jones still loved her husband and always spoke well of him during interviews. When she was in school, the only subject she hated was math. David Cassidy wa. [citation needed], Shirley Jones's friendship with David Cassidy's family began in the mid-to-late 1950s, when David was just six, after he learned about his father's divorce from his mother Evelyn Ward. Actress Shirley Jones arrives at the 3rd annual Jerry Herman Awards at the Pantages Theatre on June 1, 2014 | Photo: Getty Images. All three of her sons were delivered via Cesarean section. Jones also played the "older woman" girlfriend of Drew Carey's character in several episodes of The Drew Carey Show, and reprised Shirley Partridge in a cameo in a 2000 episode of That '70s Show.[11]. [22] Jack "wanted to come back (to me) right up to the day he died", Jones said in a 1983 newspaper interview. She pointed out that Jack wanted to come back to her right up the day he died and that she later realized that she wanted him back, as well. So long as he does that, everything is fine. The Carousel star confessed: Much as I love Marty and have a wonderful relationship - I'd say this with Marty sitting here - I'm not sure if Jack were alive, I'd be married to Marty., Marty Ingels and Shirley Jones on January 16, 2013 in San Pedro, California | Source: Getty Images. And I said, 'Well, I'm reading for the lead guy.' The actor's son knew about Cassidy's bisexuality and also once confirmed his affair with the composer. From 1961-2000 she resided in a mansion in Beverly Hills, CA. However, their faith in God helped them not to end up as another divorced couple, as is the Hollywood norm. Every summer her parents would take her to New York for her summer vacation. In 1977, Shirley married comedian Marty Ingels. "[21], Jones was friends with her co-star Gordon MacRae and his ex-wife Sheila, and he was named godfather to her first son, Shaun. The actress explained that seeing them together was devastating and that she just froze. Career [ edit] Specifically, Jones was asked if she felt bound by Cassidy's choices and decisions based on his bipolar condition. Her performance earned her an Academy Award for best supporting actress. [8] Fearnley was so impressed, he ran across the street to fetch Richard Rodgers, who was rehearsing with an orchestra for an upcoming musical. She did not mention her stepson, David, because he, unfortunately, died of liver failure in November 2017. The couple lived a very peaceful and harmonious life from their marriage. In her memoir, Jones revealed that Cassidy was not as perfect as he appeared. The 1960s were also busy for the American singer, who doubled as an actress. But Jack, no matter what his success, wouldn't ever make that demand. Cassidy discussed his relationship with his stepmother on the show: "She wasn't my mother, and I can be very open, and we can speak, and we became very close friends. Was a spokesperson for the popular California-based Ralphs Supermarkets in the 1980s. On November 16, 2007, she took the stage at the Ford Center in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, during the Oklahoma Centennial Spectacular concert that celebrated the state's 100th birthday. Meanwhile, Jones is all about having a good time and enjoying life to the fullest. He was her first love, and the late actor taught her everything she knew. He was anxious for my happiness and realized that my personal achievement was part of it. (1970). Jones was married to the legendary sitcom actor for over four decades. Despite the Hollywood icon's successes as a talented entertainer, she used to have a tumultuous personal life. Jones was not the only one who had a special love for Cassidy despite his alcoholic and unfaithful lifestyle. [9] She was reunited with Ron Howard (who had played her brother in The Music Man) in The Courtship of Eddie's Father (1963). 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