History of Jane Norman (actress) in Timeline

By Popular Timelines Editorial Team · Updated: April 22, 2026

Jane Lazarus Norman, known professionally as Jane Norman, was an actress notable for portraying the character Pixanne in the eponymous children's television show, *Pixanne*. The show gained popularity during its broadcast in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, throughout the 1960s. Norman's career is largely defined by her role as Pixanne, marking her contribution to children's entertainment during that era.

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November 21, 1966: Pixanne Program Aired in Color

On Monday, November 21, 1966, the Pixanne program began airing in color six days a week, starting at 9:00 a.m. Previously, it was broadcast in black and white.

December 23, 1967: Pixanne's Christmas Fantasy Aired

On December 23, 1967, "Pixanne's Christmas Fantasy," a special holiday-themed show featuring Pixanne and her Enchanted Forest friends, aired at 5:30 p.m. on WCAU. The show included skits involving Pixanne's time travel to colonial Philadelphia.

1974: Goodwill Ambassador for Lancaster County

In 1974, Jane Norman became a goodwill ambassador for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania after signing a contract with Earl Clark to promote Dutch Wonderland and other family-friendly attractions. She also toured the United States, discussing county attractions and tourism on local news programs.

November 18, 2005: Inducted into Hall of Fame

On November 18, 2005, Jane Norman was inducted into the Hall of Fame of the Broadcast Pioneers of Philadelphia.

March 4, 2010: Death of Frank C. Beazley

On March 4, 2010, Jane Norman's husband, Frank C. Beazley, passed away at their home in Palm Springs, California. He had been battling Parkinson's disease and prostate cancer.

2011: Newspaper Interview

In 2011, Jane Norman recalled in a newspaper interview that the Philadelphia Orchestra played one of her compositions at a children's concert when she was eight years old.

May 13, 2017: Death of Jane Norman

On May 13, 2017, Jane Norman, known for her role as Pixanne, passed away. She was an actress best known for the children's television program of that same name.