Marlo Thomas: A Force of Nature

By Jane Doe
Marlo Thomas is an American actress, producer, and social activist who has been a force in the entertainment industry for over six decades. She is best known for her role as Ann Marie on the long-running sitcom

"That Girl"

, but she has also starred in numerous other films and television shows.
Thomas was born in Detroit, Michigan, in 1937. Her father, Danny Thomas, was a Lebanese-American comedian and singer, and her mother, Rose Marie Cassaniti, was an Italian-American singer. Thomas began her career in show business as a child, appearing on her father's television show,

"The Danny Thomas Show"

.
In 1966, Thomas starred in the sitcom

"That Girl"

, which ran for five seasons. The show was a groundbreaking comedy about a single woman living in New York City. Thomas's performance earned her four Emmy Awards and a Golden Globe Award.
After

"That Girl"

ended, Thomas continued to work in television and film. She starred in the sitcom

"Free to Be... You and Me"

(1974-1976), which was designed to teach children about social issues. Thomas also produced and starred in the film

"In the Running"

(1982), which was about a woman who runs for President of the United States.
In addition to her acting career, Thomas is also a dedicated activist. She is a co-founder of the Ms. Foundation for Women, which supports women's rights and feminist causes. Thomas is also an advocate for environmental protection and animal welfare.
Thomas is a true icon of the entertainment industry. She is a talented actress, a successful producer, and a passionate activist. She is a role model for women and girls around the world.
Here are some of Thomas's most famous quotes:
* "I've learned that you can't please everyone all the time. So you might as well just please yourself."
* "The greatest gift you can give someone is your time. Because when you give your time, you are giving a portion of your life that you will never get back."
* "Don't let someone else tell you what you can't do. Do what you want, what you believe in, and what makes you happy."
Thomas is an inspiration to us all. She shows us that we can achieve anything we set our minds to, and that we can make a difference in the world.