Mary Ann Mobley (February 17, 1937 – December 9, 2014) was an American actress, television personality, and Miss America 1959.

She went on to make multiple appearances on Perry Mason; Love, American Style; and Fantasy Island.

[5] She appeared in the documentary film Miss America, which PBS aired as the January 27, 2002, episode of American Experience.

[6] Mobley is briefly depicted in the third season of the Amazon Prime series The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel, played by Amanda Dela Cruz.

[7][8] Mobley was crowned Miss America 1959, the first Mississippian to achieve this honor, winning the national talent award.

[16] She married actor and television host Gary Collins in 1967[17] at Brandon United Methodist Church.