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What movie and television projects has Tippi Hedren been in?

Tippi Hedren has had a long and varied career in film and television, most well-known for her work with Alfred Hitchcock. Here are some of her most notable projects:

Films:

* The Birds (1963): Her breakout role as Melanie Daniels, a socialite who becomes the target of a terrifying bird attack.

* Marnie (1964): Another Hitchcock film, this time playing the role of a troubled woman with a history of kleptomania.

* The Birds in Flight (1963): A short documentary about the making of The Birds.

* A Countess from Hong Kong (1967): A comedy directed by Charlie Chaplin, starring alongside Marlon Brando.

* The Tiger Walks (1964): An adventure film set in India.

* Roar (1981): A film directed by her then-husband Noel Marshall, with a cast of real lions, tigers, and leopards. The film is known for its dangerous production and the real-life injuries Hedren suffered while filming.

* I Ought to Be in Pictures (1980): A comedy-drama alongside Walter Matthau.

* The Seduction (1982): A thriller about a woman who becomes entangled with a dangerous man.

Television:

* Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1959): An episode titled "The Birds". This was one of her first acting appearances and was actually filmed *before* Hitchcock approached her for the film version.

* The Birds (1966): A TV movie based on the film, with Hedren reprising her role as Melanie Daniels.

* The Colbys (1985-1987): A prime-time soap opera starring Hedren as the wealthy and glamorous Fallon Carrington Colby.

* The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962-1965): Made a guest appearance in the episode "The Mother".

* Tales from the Darkside (1984): An episode titled "Night Train".

* The Love Boat (1977-1986): Made several appearances on the popular TV show.

* The Tonight Show Starring Johnny Carson (1962-1992): A frequent guest on the late-night talk show.

* The View (2000s): Had several appearances on the daytime talk show.

* Dancing with the Stars (2009): Competed in the show at the age of 74.

* Live with Kelly and Ryan (2018): Appeared with her daughter Melanie Griffith to discuss her career and the film "Roar."

Hedren has continued to work in film and television sporadically over the decades, though she is most famously known for her work with Hitchcock and her daring role in "Roar."

This is not an exhaustive list, but it encompasses some of her most well-known and significant roles in film and television.

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