Carole D’Andrea, who portrayed Velma, the Jet girl, in the original 1957 Broadway production of West Side Story and the iconic 1961 film adaptation, has passed away at the age of 87. According ...

Carole D'Andrea, one of the few original 'West Side Story' stars who also appeared in the 1961 film, has passed away at the age of 87. <p>D'Andrea was one of six actors who were cast in both the ...

Carole D’Andrea, ‘West Side Story’ Actress on Stage and Screen, Dies at 87. She played the Jet girl Velma in the iconic musical productions, then was an acting teacher for many years in New ...

Carole D’Andrea, best known for portraying Velma in the original 1957 Broadway production of 'West Side Story and the iconic 1961 film adaptation, has passed away at the age of 87.

Bobby Banas, who played the Jets' Joyboy in 1961's 'West Side Story,' appeared in other film musicals and had a career as a choreographer, died July 29 at 90. Skip to main content.