Dorothy Malone was an American actress born on January 30, 1924, in Chicago, Illinois. She gained fame in the 1950s for her roles in films such as Written on the Wind and The Big Sleep. Malone's performances earned her critical acclaim, including an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1956. In addition to her film career, Malone appeared in various television shows, most notably the soap opera Peyton Place, where she played the character Constance MacKenzie. She continued to act in both film and television until her retirement in the late 1990s, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances.