Acting
Mary Cadorette
Mary Therese Cadorette, born on March 31, 1957, is a talented American actress celebrated for her role as Vicky Bradford, the flight attendant and love interest of Jack Tripper, in the 1984 spin-off series Three's a Crowd. Hailing from East Hartford, Connecticut, Mary began her journey in the performing arts at a young age, taking dance lessons from five and competing in various dance contests. Her passion for dance significantly shaped her career.
In 1975, she represented Connecticut in the Miss America pageant and graduated from the University of Connecticut in 1979. Following her graduation, Cadorette embarked on a vibrant career, showcasing her talents in dinner theaters and with the United Service Organizations (USO). She spent over three years on Broadway as an understudy in the renowned musical 42nd Street. In 1990, she became a familiar face on television with a recurring role as Margaret Turner on the beloved series Night Court.
In addition to her television success, Mary appeared in films such as Stewardess School and The Rat Pack, and participated in popular game shows during the 1980s, including The $25,000 Pyramid and Super Password. In the 1990s, she even owned a restaurant in Los Angeles named Mary's Lamb, frequented by celebrities.
After relocating to Connecticut in 1999 to care for her mother, Cadorette revived her passion for dance with childhood friends by creating The Chapeau Rouge Dance Project, encouraging older dancers to reconnect with their love for the art. She has also directed and choreographed productions, including Hairspray and 42nd Street, at Glastonbury High School. Currently, she shares her expertise with students as a teacher at the Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts.
