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Donna Douglas Who Portrayed Elly May Has Passed, Former Apple Festival Parade Honorary Grand Marshall

Donna Douglas age 81, who famously portrayed Elly May Clampett on the legendary 1960’s TV series “The Beverly Hillbillies” passed away last Thursday at her home in Louisiana with friends and family by her side.

Donna Douglas visited Ellijay in October 2013 having been chosen as the 2013 Apple Festival Parade Honorary Grand Marshall.
Following her acting career, Douglas became a real estate agent, a Gospel singer and inspirational speaker, and authored books for children and adults. Click below for her visit to Ellijay.

Elly May Visits Ellijay

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