Ann-Margret, now 84, recalls her first film experience in 1961’s *Pocketful of Miracles*, where she played Bette Davis’s daughter. Despite Davis’s reputation as a perfectionist and sometimes difficult demeanor, Ann-Margret experienced a nurturing side of her co-star. She recounts a moment when Davis stopped filming to ensure she looked her best for a close-up, personally overseeing makeup and hair to help her feel confident. Ann-Margret described Davis as looking out for her, making her feel supported during her debut. Davis’s kindness left a lasting impression on Ann-Margret, who went on to have a prolific career in over 55 films, including *Bye Bye Birdie*, *Viva Las Vegas*, and *Tommy*. Ann-Margret also shared her positive experience working with director Ken Russell on *Tommy*. She emphasized her resilience in her career, which has included Emmy recognition in 2010 and recent roles in *Queen Bees* and *The Kominsky Method*. Ann-Margret was married to actor Roger Smith until his death in 2017.