Barbara Eden has dropped out of a scheduled appearance at the Cinecon Classic Film Festival in Los Angeles, Calif. due to a “sudden illness,” per a statement by the event.
“We’re sorry to share that, due to a sudden illness, Barbara Eden will no longer be able to appear in person at Cinecon tonight,” reads a statement posted to the festival’s social media accounts Saturday. “Barbara is deeply regretful that she had to cancel at the last minute as she had been very much looking forward to seeing everyone and celebrating with us.”
The statement went on to share that Eden’s co-star Pat Boone would appear at the festival in her place, with an agreement to sign autographs on site after a screening of their 1961 musical comedy “All Hands on Deck.” Boone would also accept the Cinecon Legacy Award, which had been set to be presented to Eden, on the actress’ behalf.
Though Eden was joining Cinecon to highlight her film work, the 95-year-old actress is likely best known to audiences for her starring role in the ’60s sitcom “I Dream of Jeannie.” Her notable film credits include a co-starring role with Elvis Presley in “Flaming Star,” along with “Harper Valley P.T.A.” and “Voyage to the Bottom of the Sea.”
The Cinecon Classic Film Festival, which honors nostalgic movies, is celebrating its 62nd edition through the Labor Day weekend. Along with Eden, this year’s other in-person honorees for the fest’s Legacy Award include Nancy Kwan, Lainie Kazan and Anna Maria Alberghetti.
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