Martha Smith is an accomplished actress celebrated for her memorable portrayal of "Francine Desmond," a cunning intelligence agent and adversary to Kate Jackson's character in the CBS television series "Scarecrow and Mrs. King," which aired in 1983. Born and raised in Farmington, Michigan, Martha excelled academically and earned recognition in "Who's Who of American Students" before enrolling at Michigan State University at the young age of 17 to pursue a degree in psychology. However, her burgeoning career as a model and spokesperson soon took precedence, leading her to travel extensively and ultimately relocate to California.
Her big break came when she was discovered by a talent scout for "Playboy," resulting in her selection as Miss July 1973. This opportunity propelled her into the spotlight, and she subsequently trained at Universal Studios, where she refined her acting skills while landing various television roles, including appearances in "How the West Was Won" (1978), "Quincy M.E." (1976), and "Charlie's Angels" (1976).
Martha's first significant film appearance was in the iconic comedy "Animal House" (1978), playing the cunning cheerleader, Barbara 'Babs' Jansen, who famously clashed with John Belushi's character, Bluto. Shortly thereafter, she co-starred with Debbie Allen in the CBS pilot "Ebony, Ivory and Jade" (1979), marking her debut in singing and dancing. Martha Smith’s diverse talents and contributions to the entertainment industry have solidified her status as a notable figure in television and film.
