Kathryn Ish

Kathryn Ish (February 18, 1936 – December 31, 2007) was an American Broadway theater, film, television, and voiceover actress. She was a founding member of The Committee political satire improvisational comedy group. Ish's television credits include appearances in the popular show Laverne & Shirley. Born in San Jose, California, Ish was influenced by her high school drama teacher, a former vaudeville actor, and gained recognition for her comedic imitations. In 1959, she met her husband, actor Richard Stahl, and they both worked as off-Broadway theater actors. They performed in nightclub and cabaret shows during the 1960s and moved to San Francisco. Ish was a founding member of The Committee Theater, where she performed during the 1960s and 1970s.