Claudine Longet

Born: 1942-01-29

Claudine Georgette Longet (born January 29, 1942, Height 5 ft 3 in [1.60 m]) is a Franco-American singer, actress, dancer, and recording artist who rose to prominence during the 1960s and 1970s. She captivated audiences with her talent and beauty, leaving a lasting mark on the entertainment industry. Born in Paris, France, Longet started her career as a dancer and model before transitioning to acting. Her first acting roles were in television shows like McHale's Navy and The Andy Williams Show. In 1964, she appeared in the film adaptation of McHale's Navy, further expanding her reach. In 1961, Longet married American singer and television personality Andy Williams. This marriage opened doors for her musical career, and she began recording albums and appearing on The Andy Williams Show. Her music, primarily pop and bossa nova, gained traction, with hits like "Meditation" and "A Man and a Woman." Longet enjoyed a close friendship with Robert F. Kennedy and his wife, Ethel Kennedy. This association, coupled with her marriage to Andy Williams, placed her in the spotlight of American society. However, her life took a tragic turn in 1976 when she was convicted of negligent homicide in the shooting death of her boyfriend, former Olympic skier Spider Sabich. On March 21, 1976, Claudine Longet shot her boyfriend, Olympic skier Vladimir "Spider" Sabich, at his home in Aspen, Colorado. The details surrounding the incident remain somewhat unclear, but Longet claimed the shooting was accidental, stating the gun went off while she was trying to unload it. After a lengthy trial, the jury found Longet guilty of negligent homicide, a lesser charge than initially presented. She was sentenced to pay a small fine and serve 30 days in jail, which the judge allowed her to choose at her own convenience. She married businessman Ronald D. Austin in 1985 and has largely remained out of the public eye. Despite the controversy surrounding her personal life, Claudine Longet's talent and accomplishments stand out. Her music continues to be enjoyed by fans, and her legacy as a multi-talented entertainer remains intact.


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The Party

as Michele Monet
Released: 1968-04-04

Hrundi V. Bakshi, an accident-prone actor from India, is accidentally put on the guest list for...

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McHale's Navy

as Andrea Bouchard
Released: 1964-06-25

The crew of PT-73 get into trouble when they back the wrong horse in a race. Now they have to...

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The Legendary Curse of the Hope Diamond

as Marie Antoinette
Released: 1975-03-27

The curse of the legendary blue Hope Diamond on all its owners is dramatized from the gem's...

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How to Steal an Airplane

as Michelle Chivot
Released: 1971-12-10

Two pilots are hired to reclaim a stolen jet from the son of a South American dictator.

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Massacre Harbor

as Marianne
Released: 1968-08-17

Rommel's last open port is maintained by POW labor against Allied bombing. A commando operation...

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The Andy Williams Christmas Show

as uncredited
Released: 1962-12-20

For Andy's Christmas show, Bette Davis comes aboard to tout her new movie, and even sing a "Baby...

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The Andy Williams Christmas Show

as Self
Released: 1966-12-18

Andy Williams celebrates the holidays with his entire family, including his siblings, The...

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The Andy Williams Christmas Show

as Herself
Released: 1971-12-14

Andy preforms "The Most Wonderful Time of the Year" among others classic tunes and celebrates...

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Hogan's Heroes

as Michelle
First aired: 1965-09-17

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The F.B.I.

as Danielle Chabrol
First aired: 1965-09-19

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Love, American Style

as Susan
First aired: 1969-09-29

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The Name of the Game

as Lianne Jevret
First aired: 1968-09-20

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Kraft Suspense Theatre

as Marie Ange
First aired: 1963-10-10

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Run for Your Life

as Nicole
First aired: 1965-09-13

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Alias Smith and Jones

as uncredited
First aired: 1971-01-05

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12 O'Clock High

as uncredited
First aired: 1964-09-18

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Dr. Kildare

as Mme. Dupres
First aired: 1961-09-27

The story of a young intern in a large metropolitan hospital trying to learn his profession,...

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The Streets of San Francisco

as uncredited
First aired: 1972-09-23

Two police officers, the older Lt. Stone and the young upstart Inspector Keller, investigate...

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Combat!

as Claudette
First aired: 1962-10-02

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Combat!

as Babette
First aired: 1962-10-02

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The Rat Patrol

as Marianne Bertaine
First aired: 1966-09-12

The exploits of four Allied soldiers — three Americans and one Englishman — who are part of a...

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Mr. Novak

as Shahri Javid
First aired: 1963-09-24

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