Anna Marie Duke, known professionally as Patty Duke, was born on December 14, 1946, in Manhattan, New York. She began her career as a child actress and later transitioned into music. Her first notable role was in the television series The Brighter Day in the late 1950s. In 1965, Duke released her debut single "Don't Just Stand There" followed by "Say Something Funny" which marked her entry into the music industry. Duke's musical career included the release of two albums: Don't Just Stand There and Patty, released in 1965 and 1966 respectively. Her acting career was prolific, winning an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress in 1962 for her role in The Miracle Worker. She also starred in the television series The Patty Duke Show from 1963 to 1966 and won a Golden Globe for her performance in Me, Natalie in 1969. Duke was diagnosed with bipolar disorder in 1982 and became an advocate for mental health awareness. She served as the president of the Screen Actors Guild from 1985 to 1988. Patty Duke passed away on March 29, 2016, in Coeur d'Alene, Idaho.