Molly Picon was an American actress (1898-1992). She starred in films such as Mamale in 1938, Yiddle With His Fiddle in 1936, Jazz Singer in 1959, Come Blow Your Horn in 1963 alongside Frank Sinatra, and Fiddler on the Roof in 1971 where she played Yente. She also starred in For Pete's Sake with Barbra Streisand in 1974. Throughout the 1950s, Picon spent much of her time on tour with the USO and participating in various international fundraising efforts.