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Jan 6, 2022 · Dorothy Lyman and Ken Berry in a publicity still for the 1980s sitcom ‘Mama’s Family.’ Lyman is a Connecticut resident who has gone from acting on TV to directing. She is now a playwright. And for the past 20 years, Lyman has been working on writing plays. “It’s more like four acts of my life — and many scenes,” said Lyman.
Aug 24, 2022 · Dorothy Lyman, born on April 18, 1947, in Minnesota, is an actress and director. She is best known for her role as Naomi Oakes Ray Oates Harper on "Mama's Family" and created the part of Opal Gardner on "All My Children." She married actor and director John Tillinger, and they had two children before they divorced.
May 14, 2024 · Dorothy Lyman (1944-2012) was an American actress best known for her roles in film, television, and theater. She was nominated for two Primetime Emmy Awards and a Tony Award. Lyman began her career in the 1970s, appearing in small roles in films such as "The Way We Were" (1973) and "The Godfather Part II" (1974).
Mama's Family: Created by Dick Clair, Jenna McMahon. With Vicki Lawrence, Ken Berry, Dorothy Lyman, Allan Kayser. Mama's Family originated with Thelma "Mama" Harper, and her younger sister Fran living together in Mama's house.
Behr then brought back fan favorite Opal Gardner, but instead of contacting Emmy winner Dorothy Lyman to reprise the role, Behr hired Jill Larson. Lyman later noted her disappointment in never being contacted about reprising the role. 1990s. At the time of Behr's hiring in early 1989, the show usually ranked around No. 4 in the ratings.
May 9, 2023 · Dorothy Lyman, a.k.a. the very romantic, touchy-feely Naomi from "Mama's Family," is aging gracefully at 76 after having two heartbreaks. The actress experienced a painful period after she left the place where she'd lived for 17 years. Dorothy opened up about her life now and the changes she went through after her acting career was "winding down."
Feb 1, 2024 · Dorothy Lyman: Age (76), Parents, Siblings, Family. Dorothy Lyman was born on April 18, 1947, in Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA. She is currently 76 years old. Her father’s name is Hector H. Lyman (stockbroker) and her mother’s name is Violet E. Dorothy holds American citizenship but her ethnicity is unknown.
