Beloved Actress Elizabeth MacRae Passes Away at 88

Elizabeth MacRae, a famous actress known for her roles in TV shows like General Hospital and Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., passed away at 88 years old. She started her acting career after finishing school. Even though she didn't get a role in a play in 1956, she kept trying. She moved to New York City to learn acting from Uta Hagen and acted in off-Broadway shows. MacRae got her first TV role as a witness in a courtroom series. Over 25 years, she appeared in many TV series like Route 66, Gunsmoke, and The Andy Griffith Show. One of her well-known roles was as Lou-Ann Poovie in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. She also acted in soap operas like General Hospital. Elizabeth MacRae, who was famous for her work on TV shows like Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., and General Hospital, passed away at 88. She was born in 1936 in South Carolina and later moved to Fayetteville. In 1956, she decided to become an actress. She moved to New York City to learn acting from Uta Hagen. MacRae's first TV appearance was in 1956. She appeared in many classic TV series like The Fugitive and Bonanza. She played Lou-Ann Poovie in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. and got good reviews for her role in The Conversation. Her last film was in 1989. After retiring from acting, she moved back to Fayetteville with her husband. Elizabeth MacRae, a well-known actress from the 60s and 70s, died at 88. She was famous for her roles in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C., and General Hospital. She appeared in many TV shows like Bonanza and Gunsmoke. MacRae also acted in soap operas. She played Lou-Ann Poovie in Gomer Pyle, U.S.M.C. Her film credits include The Conversation and Everything's Ducky. MacRae is survived by her five stepchildren.