Born Name:  Berneice Bird Stowell/Sellen

Born Date:  February 28, 1908

Born Place:  Pocatello, Idaho

Died Date:  November 27, 2002

Died Place:  Granada Hills, California

Occupations:  Actress, comedian

Brief Biography:  Billie Bird was a prolific American vaudeville performer, film, and television actress known for playing sassy senior citizens. With a career spanning from childhood to her 80s, she is best recognized for roles in Home Alone (1990), Ernest Saves Christmas (1988), and the sitcom Dear John.

Early Life and Vaudeville Roots:
Bird was discovered at an orphanage at the age of eight by a touring vaudeville act. She spent her childhood touring theater circuits and later formed a duo known as the King Sisters. Before transitioning to screen acting in the 1950s, she performed in cabaret, regional theater, and musical comedies like Show Boat and Girl Crazy.

Career Highlights:
Bird was a favorite of director John Hughes, frequently appearing in his productions during the 1980s and 90s.
Television: She is best remembered as Margie Philbert, a regular character on the sitcom Dear John (1988–1992). She also had recurring roles on Benson and made guest appearances on classics like Happy Days, The Waltons, and The Facts of Life.
Film: Notable film credits include:
Home Alone (1990): Played Irene, the woman at the airport who trades her ticket for a watch.
Dennis the Menace (1993): Paired with Bill Erwin as a husband-and-wife duo.
Police Academy Series: Appeared as Mrs. Lois Feldman in the fourth and sixth installments.
The Odd Couple (1968): Had a brief, memorable appearance as a chambermaid.