Brett Somers – Biography, Family Life, Net Worth and Cause of Death

Brett Somers of blessed memory is best remembered as one of the best game show panelists who made waves in the 70s. She did a decent job as a panelist on the 1970s game show Match Game. , exceeding the expectations of many people. The American celebrity, who is of Canadian descent, also proved herself as an actress, comedian and singer during her lifetime. Brett officially launched her career in 1955 and retired from the industry in 2006 after achieving complete success as an outstanding performer. Of all her screen roles, Somers is best recognized for playing Blanche Madison on the American sitcom, The Odd Couple, which aired from September 24, 1970, to March 7, 1975.

Biography of Brett Somers

The multihyphenate was born Audrey Dawn Johnston, on July 11, 1124, in Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada. Shortly after she was born, her family moved to Portland, Maine, where she was raised. When she turned 18, Brett decided to move to New York to pursue an acting career. She eventually settled in Greenwich Village, a New York neighborhood, where she met her first husband.

According to records, she chose her first name “Brett” from the novel “The Sun Also Rises”, a 1926 work of fiction written by American author Ernest Hemingway while the actress’ chosen last name “Somers” is said to be her mother’s maiden name. She started as a theater performer after joining the Actors Studio in 1952.

Most of his early projects were primarily in television shows such as Robert Montgomery Presents, Kraft Television Theater, Playhouse 90, and Philco’s Television Theater . Brett Somers eventually scored his first Broadway role in the play, Maybe Tuesday, which was later closed after five performances because it was a flop. Other plays she has appeared in include The Country Girl, The Seven Year Itch, and Happy Ending.

The actress, whose resume includes more TV stints, has also had roles in primetime episodic series such as The Fugitive, American Style, Have Gun Will Travel, Love, Barney Miller, ChiPs, Ben Casey and many more. Some of his movie credits are Bus Riley’s Back in Town, and A Rage to Live.

As mentioned earlier, Somers’ biggest TV project is the ABC sitcom, The Odd Couple, where she starred alongside her real-life husband. She portrayed the fictional character Blanche, who was the former wife of Oscar Madison (played by Jack Klugman) in the early 1970s series.

Brett owes her appearance as Match Gamemari, who suggested the game’s producers should take her on board after he appeared on the show during its first week in 1973. The actress later joined d other famous panelists such as Charles Nelson Reilly, Fannie Flagg, Scoey Mitchell, Betty White and many more. During her nine-year stint on the game show, she was known for wearing various wigs, huge glasses, and writing her answers with her left hand.

Brett Somers Net worth

Before his death, Brett Somers had a great time in the entertainment industry. From acting to other activities she invested her time in, she made a lot of money out of it. However, his net worth was something that the public had not learned from his life till date. In essence, the value of his assets has not yet been made public.

Family life

Brett Somers, no doubt, had a thriving career, but the same cannot be said for his love life marked by two devastating divorces. The multiphyphenate married her first husband after she moved to New York to launch her acting career. To this day, it’s unclear when and where exactly she tied the knot with Robert Klein. However, their marital relationship produced a daughter named Leslie Klein (who died in 2006) before finally falling apart.

After their divorce, Somers found love again in the arms of actor Jack Klugman. The two married in 1953 and had two sons named David Klugman and Adam Klugman. According to reports, the couple separated in 1974 but remained legally married until the actress passed away. This belief was confirmed when Jack married another woman after Brett’s death. However, according to California records, the couple actually divorced in August 1977.

The actress’ youngest son, Adam Somers Klugman (born July 11, 1963) has established himself as an award-winning media strategist and campaign consultant. He currently lives in West Linn, Oregon with his family.

Cause of death

Brett Somers was diagnosed with cancer in 2004, and after a few years of battling the disease, died at her home in Westport, Connecticut on September 15, 2007. The actress died at the age of 83 and is believed to have died stomach and colon cancer. Although Brett is no more, his legacy has continued to live on in the hearts of his family and loved ones.