DAWN WELLS – 81

Before she became an actress, she was on her way to becoming a ballerina; unfortunately, she could not continue to pursue her dream because of a bad knee. She became Miss Nevada in 1959 and joined Miss America in 1960. After her dream to become a ballerina, she wanted to study medicine but then discovered the Drama Club and decided that trying it would be a good investment.

The American actress Dawn Wells appeared in many films and television shows during her prime. The most notable role was her portrayal of Mary Ann Summers in the classic sitcom Gilligan’s Island. Wells was one of the most desired actresses of her time. TV Guide even named her as part of their list of 50 Sexiest Stars of All-Time. She’s an active advocate of various humanitarian works and charitable institutions. However, Wells might be in a bit of trouble financially and might be on the verge of bankruptcy since she set up a page on GoFundMe to ease up her financial issues.