Janis Hansen (manager)
Janis Ann Hansen (born June 14, 1940, Celoron, New York) is an American talent agent and retired television and stage actress.
Hansen (far right), in a scene from The Odd Couple. Also pictured (left to right): Joan Hotchkis as Nancy, Oscar's girlfriend, Fred Beir as Nancy's brother, Ray, and Jack Klugman as Oscar Madison.
Acting career
A one-time Playboy bunny, Hansen may be best known for her recurring role as "Gloria", the ex-wife of Felix Unger on The Odd Couple[1] (1971–75). Hansen also had guest roles on such television programs as Bonanza, The Big Valley, Gidget, and I Dream of Jeannie. She played "Sister Katherine Grace" in the 1970 film Airport. She last acted in 1982.
Talent management
Hansen founded Hansen Management, a talent management company in Los Angeles, serving as agent, coach and manager.
Personal life
Hansen was married to Joe Mikolas (1924–1997), an American actor (The Ernie Kovacs Show).
References
- ↑ Leszczak, Bob (2014). The Odd Couple on Stage and Screen: A History with Cast and Crew Profiles and an Episode Guide. McFarland. p. 61. ISBN 9780786477906. Retrieved 8 October 2014.