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Quinn O’Hara, A Swingin’ Summer, 1964. Linda was all set to be Cindy, when ABC called to say she’d won The Bjg Valley series, 1965-1969, opposite the mighty Barbara Stanwyck. Thus another break for the Scottish O’Hara – she was born in an Edinburgh hospital elevator! . She won 53 (mainly TV) roles in 49 years
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Janet Langard, The Swimmer, 1967. Not only did Janice Rule replace Barbara Loden, but Langard won Linda’s audition-piece. The titular Burt Lancaster called it a disaster – but his favourite roie. Until working with Visconti, of course
- Victoria Principal, Dallas, 1978-1991. First choicefor Pamela Barnes Ewing’s 251 episodes went on to become Dynasty divaKrystle Grant Jennings Carrington during 201 chapters, 1981-1989.
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