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Peggy Lipton

Margaret Ann "Peggy" Lipton was a prominent American actress and model, best known for her role as Julie Barnes in the popular late 1960s crime drama The Mod Squad. Her performance earned her a Golden Globe Award in 1970. Her career spanned from the 1960s and included appearances in several popular television shows of that era.

August 30, 1946: Birth of Peggy Lipton

On August 30, 1946, Peggy Lipton was born in New York City.

1964: Lipton Family Moves to Los Angeles

In 1964, Peggy Lipton's family relocated from New York to Los Angeles, where she embraced the "Topanga Canyon hippie" lifestyle.

1965: Television Debut of Peggy Lipton

At 19 years old, Peggy Lipton made her television debut in "The John Forsythe Show" in 1965.

1968: Guest Appearances by Peggy Lipton

Between 1965 and 1968, Peggy Lipton made appearances in several TV shows, including "Bewitched," "The Virginian," and more.

1968: Peggy Lipton's Debut in "The Mod Squad"

Peggy Lipton began her role as Julie Barnes in the popular crime drama "The Mod Squad" in 1968.

1968: Release of "Stoney End"

Peggy Lipton released her single "Stoney End" in 1968, which later became a hit for Barbra Streisand.

1970: Releases of "Lu" and "Wear Your Love Like Heaven"

Peggy Lipton released two singles in 1970: "Lu," written by Laura Nyro, and "Wear Your Love Like Heaven," written by Donovan.

1970: Golden Globe Win for Peggy Lipton

Peggy Lipton won a Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series Drama for her role in "The Mod Squad" in 1970.

1971: Golden Globe Win for Peggy Lipton

Peggy Lipton's performance in "The Mod Squad" earned her a Golden Globe Award for Best TV Actress in a Drama in 1971.

1973: End of "The Mod Squad"

Peggy Lipton's run on "The Mod Squad" concluded in 1973.

1974: Marriage of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones

Peggy Lipton married musician and producer Quincy Jones in 1974.

1979: Appearance in "The Return of the Mod Squad"

Peggy Lipton briefly returned to acting in 1979 for the TV movie "The Return of the Mod Squad".

1984: Co-writing Credit on "L.A. Is My Lady"

Peggy Lipton, her husband Quincy Jones, Alan Bergman, and Marilyn Bergman collaborated as co-writers on Frank Sinatra's 1984 hit, "L.A. Is My Lady".

1986: Separation of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones

Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones separated in 1986.

March 1988: Peggy Lipton Stars in "Addicted to His Love"

Peggy Lipton starred in the ABC movie "Addicted to His Love" in March 1988.

1988: Peggy Lipton Returns to Acting

Peggy Lipton returned to acting in 1988 after a 15-year hiatus, appearing in the ABC movie "Addicted to His Love".

1989: Divorce of Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones

Peggy Lipton and Quincy Jones officially divorced in 1989.

1990: Peggy Lipton Appears in "Twin Peaks"

Peggy Lipton joined the cast of David Lynch's "Twin Peaks" as Norma Jennings in 1990.

1991: Conclusion of Peggy Lipton's Role in "Twin Peaks"

Peggy Lipton's time on "Twin Peaks" ended in 1991.

2004: Peggy Lipton's Colon Cancer Diagnosis

Peggy Lipton was diagnosed with colon cancer in 2004.

July 29, 2014: Release of Peggy Lipton's Album on CD

Peggy Lipton's 1968 album, "Peggy Lipton," was released on CD by RealGone Music on July 29, 2014, featuring previously unreleased material.

2017: Peggy Lipton Reprises Role in "Twin Peaks" Revival

Peggy Lipton reprised her role as Norma Jennings in the 2017 revival of "Twin Peaks".

May 11, 2019: Death of Peggy Lipton

Peggy Lipton passed away on May 11, 2019, at the age of 72.