Pamela Sue Martin

Pamela Sue Martin (born January 5, 1953) is an American actress. She is best known for her portrayal of teenage detective Nancy Drew on the television series The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries and for originating the role of socialite Fallon Carrington Colby on the ABC nighttime soap opera Dynasty.\n', 'Born in Hartford, Connecticut, and raised in nearby Westport, Martin began modeling at 17, and appeared in The Poseidon Adventure (opposite Gene Hackman) in 1972, at the age of 19. More films followed, including Our Time and Buster and Billie. Later, her work as ABC-TV\'s Nancy Drew made her something of a teen idol. Initially, the ABC program alternated each week between The Nancy Drew Mysteries and The Hardy Boys Mysteries. In season 2, the shows were merged and renamed The Hardy Boys/Nancy Drew Mysteries, which led to Nancy\'s role being reduced. This frustrated Martin, who left th…