Carol Arthur

Carol Arthur (born Carol Arata, August 4, 1935 – November 1, 2020) was an American actress. She was known for appearing in many comedy movies produced by Mel Brooks. Arthur was born in Hackensack, New Jersey. Her career began in 1971 and she retired in 2004. Her best known role was as Harriet Johnson in Blazing Saddles (1974).

Arthur was married to actor Dom DeLuise from 1965 until his death in 2009. They had three sons who also became actors: Peter, Michael and David.

Arthur died on November 1, 2020 at a retirement center in Los Angeles from Alzheimer's disease-related problems, aged 85.