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Peggy Lipton

Peggy Lipton was an American actress, model, and singer best known for playing Julie Barnes on the television series *The Mod Squad* and Norma Jennings on *Twin Peaks*.

By Ethan Anderson| Reviewed by Olivia Bennett, Standards & Fact-Checking Lead| Updated July 26, 2026|2 min read| Fact-checked

Peggy Lipton was an American actress, model, and singer best known for playing Julie Barnes on the television series *The Mod Squad* and Norma Jennings on *Twin Peaks*. She won a Golden Globe Award for *The Mod Squad* and was also known for her work as a 1960s television and fashion figure.

Early life and career

Peggy Lipton was born in New York City and began modeling as a teenager before appearing in television roles in the 1960s. Her early work included guest appearances on several popular American TV series.

Breakthrough with The Mod Squad

Lipton became widely known for her role as Julie Barnes in *The Mod Squad*, a defining counterculture-era television character. The performance brought her major award recognition and established her as a prominent television actress.

Later roles and return to television

After a period away from acting, Lipton returned to prominence with *Twin Peaks* in the 1990s. She later appeared in films and returned again for the 2017 *Twin Peaks* revival.

Personal life and legacy

Lipton was married to Quincy Jones and had two daughters, Rashida Jones and Kidada Jones. She died in Los Angeles in 2019 at age 72.

Key facts

  • Began modeling at age 15 and moved into television acting in the 1960s.
  • Broke through as Julie Barnes on *The Mod Squad* from 1968 to 1973.
  • Received four Emmy nominations and four Golden Globe nominations for *The Mod Squad*, winning one Golden Globe.
  • Played Norma Jennings in *Twin Peaks* and returned for the 2017 revival.
  • Was married to music producer Quincy Jones and was the mother of Rashida Jones and Kidada Jones.

Frequently asked questions

Who was Peggy Lipton?
Peggy Lipton was an American actress, model, and singer best known for *The Mod Squad* and *Twin Peaks*.
What was Peggy Lipton’s most famous role?
Her most famous role was Julie Barnes in *The Mod Squad*.
Did Peggy Lipton win any awards?
Yes. She won the Golden Globe Award for Best Actress in a Television Series – Drama in 1970 for *The Mod Squad*.
What was Peggy Lipton’s role in *Twin Peaks*?
She played Norma Jennings, the owner of the Double R Diner.
Who were Peggy Lipton’s children?
She had two daughters with Quincy Jones: Rashida Jones and Kidada Jones.
When did Peggy Lipton die?
She died on May 11, 2019, in Los Angeles, California.

References

  1. Wikipedia — https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Peggy_Lipton
    Supports: Birth name, date of birth and death, major role in The Mod Squad, award recognition, and general career overview.
  2. IMDb — https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0005152/bio/
    Supports: Birth and death details, career summary, and diagnosis/cause of death information.
  3. Television Academy — https://www.tvacademy.com/bios/peggy-lipton
    Supports: Biography, early modeling and TV work, Emmy nominations, The Mod Squad, Twin Peaks, film and final TV appearances.
  4. Apple TV — https://tv.apple.com/us/person/peggy-lipton/umc.cpc.64kprbvh4jplwrdzehah0glkd
    Supports: Twin Peaks role, later film appearances, and final screen role.
  5. Goodreads — https://www.goodreads.com/author/show/271758.Peggy_Lipton
    Supports: Marriage to Quincy Jones, daughters Rashida Jones and Kidada Jones, and autobiography *Breathing Out*.