Carole Mathews (born Jean Deifel,[1] also credited as Jeanne Francis; September 13, 1920 – November 6, 2014) was an American film and television actress.

Born in Montgomery, Illinois,[2] near Chicago, Mathews lived with her grandmother after her parents divorced.

[3] In 1938, Mathews was named "Miss Chicago"[4] and in doing so, qualified for a trip to California and a screen test.

[1] She also hosted a WGN radio program, Breakfast Time with Carole Mathews.

[6][4] Source[7] Mathews appeared on various television series, including ABC Stage 67 in 1967, Police Woman in 1977, and General Hospital for four episodes in 1983.