Debbie Drake
American fitness and nutrition guru (1930–2024)
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Debbie Drake (March 28, 1930 – August 29, 2024) was an American fitness and nutrition guru. Drake is most well-known for presenting The Debbie Drake Show from 1960 to 1978.[1] She also published books and released exercise records.[2]
Born
March 28, 1930
Velda Louise Bellah
March 28, 1930
Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S.
DiedAugust 29, 2024 (aged 94)
Occupations
- Fitness expert
- television host
- inventor
- entrepreneur
- motivational speaker
TelevisionThe Debbie Drake Show
Debbie Drake | |
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| Born | Velda Louise Bellah March 28, 1930 Corpus Christi, Texas, U.S. |
| Died | August 29, 2024 (aged 94) |
| Occupations |
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| Television | The Debbie Drake Show |
Career
Drake's career started after starting a local exercise show on regional television before being gaining popularity and being syndicated nationwide.[3][4][5]
Drake appeared on the February 26, 1961 episode of What's My Line?.
In 2015, Drake was inducted into the National Fitness Hall of Fame.[6]
Drake died on August 29, 2024, at age 94.[7]
