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- Birth nameBetty Lou Thurston
- Carol Thurston was born on September 27, 1920 in Valley City, North Dakota, USA. She was an actress, known for China Sky (1945), The Story of Dr. Wassell (1944) and Rogues' Regiment (1948). She was married to Robert Creighton Williams, Barry Russo and David Starr Thayer Jr.. She died on December 31, 1969 in Hollywood, California, USA.
- SpousesRobert Creighton Williams(February 7, 1962 - December 31, 1969) (her death)Barry Russo(1954 - 1959) (divorced)David Starr Thayer Jr.(November 24, 1945 - July 1950) (divorced, 1 child)
- Known slightly for playing exotic roles in the 40s, she was chosen (unknown at the time) by Cecil B. DeMille to play "Tremartini" in the film The Story of Dr. Wassell (1944) over the likes of Simone Simon, Yvonne De Carlo and Elena Verdugo.
- Moved to L.A. in 1942, after her father was employed at Lockheed.
- Acted in her father's repertory company from the age of twelve.
- Of Irish descent.
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