Born on May 5, 1929, she was an American actress and singer best known for providing the voice of Cinderella in Disney's 1950 animated classic. Her career began at a young age with radio performances, leading to her own radio show by her teens. Her iconic role as Cinderella came after a chance audition, securing her place in cinematic history. Post-Cinderella, she continued to work in music and television but retired from the spotlight in the 1970s. She passed away on July 1, 2010.