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Before her Dynasty fame, Harford appeared as Mrs. Nottingham, the efficient and ever-loyal secretary to John Houseman’s Professor Kingsfield on The Paper Chase (1978–79).
Starred alongside legends
On the big screen, she held her own alongside Hollywood legends, starring in The Wild and the Innocent (1959), Spartacus (1960), and Inside Daisy Clover (1965), where she played Natalie Wood’s sister, Gloria.
Born in New York City in 1927, Harford’s love for acting began in theater before transitioning to film and television. She worked closely with producer John Houseman in several stage productions and remained active in the performing arts community for decades.
She was married twice. First to California sculptor Oliver Andrews, who died in 1978, and later to Sándor (Alex) de Naszody, a leading actor for the Hungarian national state theater, who passed away in 1996.
Harford is survived by her son Chris and her grandsons.
Betty Harford’s passing marks the end of an era for fans of vintage television and the golden age of soap operas. Her warmth, wit, and timeless performances will continue to live on — both in reruns and in the hearts of those who grew up watching her bring elegance and humor to every scene.
