Petronella Danforth — Beyond the Valley of the Dolls Character Profile

About Petronella Danforth

Band member whose seemingly enchanted romance with law student Emerson Thorne is tested by her infidelity with violent prize fighter Randy Black. Despite the betrayal, Emerson forgives her, and they eventually marry.

Character Facts

Played by

Marcia McBroom

Appears in

Beyond the Valley of the Dolls (1970)

Role

Supporting

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• Harris Allsworth (David Gurian)
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• Red Head (Karen Smith)
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• Baxter (Charles Napier)