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Robyn Hilton | |
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Born | Robyn J. Molyneux July 13, 1944 Twin Falls, Idaho, U.S. |
Occupation | Actress |
Years active | 1974–1985 |
Robyn Hilton (born July 13, 1944) is an American film and television actress and model. [1] Hilton was active in the 1970s and 1980s following her debut supporting role as Miss Stein, the secretary to Governor William J. Le Petomane, in Mel Brooks' 1974 comedy film Blazing Saddles .
Hilton grew up on a farm near Twin Falls, Idaho. [2] She graduated from Jerome High School in 1958. Hilton attended Boise Junior College and Utah State University before becoming a weather forecaster in her home town. [3]
In addition to other film and television work, Hilton appeared as a guest on The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson on January 17, 1974. Her last credited role was in 1985.
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