Janice Lynde

Janice Lynde is an American actress known for her work in both theater and television. Born in Houston and raised in Lake Charles, Louisiana, Lynde began her career as a pianist and vocal soloist with the Dallas Symphony. She attended Indiana University and the University of Pennsylvania, studying music at both institutions. Lynde's talent caught the attention of musician Fred Waring, leading to her becoming a soloist with Waring and his Pennsylvanians choir. Transitioning to acting, she appeared on Broadway in productions such as Applause, The Me Nobody Knows, and Butterflies Are Free. In 1973, Lynde joined the original cast of the CBS soap opera The Young and the Restless, portraying the character of Leslie Brooks. She later joined Another World as Tracy DeWitt.