Barbara Ann Loden (July 8, 1932 or 1934 – September 5, 1980) was an American stage and film actress, as well as a director of film and off-Broadway theater.[1][2] Richard Brody of The New Yorker described Loden as the "female counterpart to John Cassavetes".[3]Barbara LodenBarbara Loden in 1964.jpgLoden in 1964BornBarbara Ann LodenJuly 8, 1932 or 1934 (sources differ)Asheville, North Carolina, U.S.DiedSeptember 5, 1980 (aged 46–48)New York City, U.S.OccupationActressdirectorYears active1957–1980