Susan Luckey
Susan Luckey (April 4, 1938 – November 29, 2012) was an American actress, best known for her roles in the musical films, Carousel, released in 1956, and The Music Man, which opened in 1962.[1]
Luckey's real name was Suzanne Douglas.[2] She was married to actor Larry Douglas from 1964 until he died in 1996.[1]
Luckey performed on Broadway during the 1950s, including the original 1954 adaptation of Peter Pan and Take Me Along.[1] On television, Luckey was cast in The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show.[1] She also appeared in the television movie, Annie Get Your Gun, in 1957.[1]
Luckey was best known for her roles in Carousel and The Music Man. She co-starred as the daughter of Billy Bigelow's character, played by Gordon MacRae, in Carousel.[1] She also played Zaneeta Shinn, the daughter of Mayor Shinn (portrayed by Paul Ford), in The Music Man.[1] A scene in The Music Man in which she kisses Timmy Everett's character while hanging from a jungle gym became a classic.[1] Her last film was the 1966 small movie, Step Out of Your Mind.[1]
Susan Luckey died at her home in Los Angeles, California, on November 29, 2012, at the age of 74.[1][2] She was survived by her daughter, Shayna.