Rosemary Prinz

Rosemary Prinz (born January 4, 1931) is an American actress known for her work in both Broadway and off-Broadway productions. She originated the role of M'Lynn Eatenton in the Off-Broadway production of Steel Magnolias in 1987. Prinz made her on-screen debut in the soap opera First Love (1954-55) and gained recognition for her portrayal of Penny Hughes in the long-running CBS soap opera As the World Turns (1956–68, 1985–2001). Born in The Bronx, New York, Prinz comes from a theatrical background, with her father being a talented cellist. She made her Broadway debut in 1952 and returned to Broadway in 1978 for a production of Tribute.