She followed with I Was a Teenage Werewolf (1957), a low-budget film that became a massive hit, earning over $2 million at the box office. That same year, she appeared uncredited in Elvis Presley’s Loving You. In 1958, she took top billing in Dragstrip Riot, solidifying her Hollywood legacy.
A Heart for Humanity
Beyond acting, Yvonne devoted her life to helping children. In 1959, she co-founded the nonprofit Childhelp with actress Sara O’Meara, supporting abused, neglected, and at-risk children. Her tireless work earned her five consecutive Nobel Peace Prize nominations between 2000 and 2005. Childhelp shared:
“We honor Yvonne’s life by leaning on the light she shared and the hope she nurtured for children and families. Her legacy of love will never fade.”
Life Offscreen
In 1969, Yvonne married TV producer Don Fedderson. They raised their daughter, Dionne Fedderson, and Yvonne continued to act in television classics like Happy, The George Burns and Gracie Allen Show, Dobie Gillis, and My Three Sons. Later years were spent away from Hollywood, focusing on family, charity, and the quiet joys of life in Paradise Valley.
From a shy child to a Hollywood star and tireless humanitarian, Yvonne Lime Fedderson’s life was defined by talent, compassion, and the courage to make a difference.
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Rest in peace, Yvonne. Your light will continue to shine.
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