Joan Benedict Steiger

A dancer from childhood, Joan forged a career in show business as an actress in the early days of television, where she made notable appearances on shows like the original “Candid Camera” and “The Steve Allen Show.”  Dozens of television and film appearances later, including memorable stints on “General Hospital” and “Days of Our Lives,” she’s still dedicated to all facets of her craft, having appeared in numerous stage productions, from the classics to modern comedies to her acclaimed solo shows (“Leona,” about Leona Helmsley, and her autobiographical “The Loves of My Life.”) Today, Joan immerses herself in every acting opportunity, including a recent appearance on Fox’s “Dollhouse” and a starring role the feature “Dead Border.”  She recently was awarded the “Eternity Award” for “lifetime achievements  that have made a lasting contribution to the world of theatre” at  the Los Angeles Women’s Theatre Festival. She is also preparing to write her memoirs.  Remembering the past with no regrets, she looks forward to a future of even more accomplishment.