Agnes Moorehead

Who was Agnes Moorehead?

Agnes Robertson Moorehead was an American actress whose career of more than three decades included work in radio, stage, film and television. She is chiefly known for her role as Endora on the television series Bewitched.

While rarely playing leads in films, Moorehead's skill at character development and range earned her one Primetime Emmy Award and two Golden Globe awards in addition to four Academy Award and six Emmy Award nominations. Moorehead's transition to television won acclaim for drama and comedy. She could play many different types, but often portrayed haughty, arrogant characters.