Yvonne Lime, Star of 'Father Knows Best,' Passes Away at 90, Remembered for Iconic Roles
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Nina DerwinJanuary 23, 2026 at 7:40 PM
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Yvonne Lime, the beloved actress best known for her work on the classic sitcomFather Knows Best and a string of memorable 1950s film roles, has died at the age of 90.
Lime's death was confirmed this week, prompting an outpouring of remembrance for a performer whose career captured a distinct moment in Hollywood history, when television was becoming a household staple and teen-driven genre films were beginning to flourish.
Born in 1935, Lime entered the entertainment industry at a young age, first gaining attention as a child performer in the early days of television. She became a familiar face to viewers through her recurring appearances on Father Knows Best, one of the most iconic family sitcoms of the 1950s, which starred Robert Young and Jane Wyatt. The series, which aired from 1954 to 1960, helped define the era's idealized vision of American family life.
Beyond television, Lime also made her mark in cult cinema. She appeared in the 1957 sci-fihorror filmI Was a Teenage Werewolf, a low-budget but highly influential movie that later became a touchstone of 1950s youth-oriented genre filmmaking. The film's lasting popularity cemented Lime's place in classic horror history and introduced her to generations of fans long after its original release.
Yvonne Lime and Earl Holliman in the film 'The Rainmaker', 1956. (Photo by Paramount Pictures/De Carvalho Collection/Getty Images)
Lime also appeared in a variety of other television programs throughout the decade, including westerns, dramas, and anthology series that were staples of mid-century TV schedules. In 1957, Lime co-starred opposite Elvis Presley in Loving You, and the pair dated briefly during filming. She even paid a visit to Presley's home at Graceland in Memphis.
Though her time in the spotlight was relatively brief, her work remains closely associated with a formative period in American entertainment. In later years, Lime stepped away from acting, choosing a quieter life outside Hollywood. Still, her performances continued to resonate with classic TV devotees and film historians who revisited her work through reruns and restorations.
With her passing, fans are remembering Yvonne Lime not only as a talented actress, but as a symbol of a bygone era, one defined by black-and-white television screens, drive-in movies, and the early days of pop culture fandom.
This story was originally published by Parade on Jan 24, 2026, where it first appeared in the News section. Add Parade as a Preferred Source by clicking here.
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