Candice Bergen, the 79-year-old Emmy-winning star of Murphy Brown and Sex and the City, drew attention this week after attending the exclusive Allen & Company Sun Valley Conference in Idaho—an elite gathering often dubbed the “summer camp for billionaires.” Dressed casually in jeans, a black jacket, and sneakers, she was chauffeured in by golf cart, a striking contrast to her typical red-carpet glamour.
A familiar face at the annual event, Bergen quietly mingled with media and tech giants like Disney’s Bob Iger, Apple’s Tim Cook, and YouTube’s Neal Mohan. With her signature blonde waves, sunglasses, and relaxed demeanor, she subtly stood out, reflecting her enduring presence in both Hollywood and high-profile circles.
Born to legendary ventriloquist Edgar Bergen and actress Frances Bergen, Candice grew up in a star-studded home frequented by icons like Fred Astaire and Walt Disney. She’s often contrasted the joyful, carefree Hollywood of her childhood with today’s more intense atmosphere—experiencing the industry long before becoming a star herself.
Her career took off in the 1960s with breakout film roles, earning an Oscar nod for Starting Over. But it was her portrayal of witty journalist Murphy Brown that made television history, netting her five Emmys and two Golden Globes. After her fifth Emmy, she gracefully declined further nominations, believing she’d been properly honored. Later, she took on the role of Enid Frick in Sex and the City, though she admitted she never actually watched the show.
Candice remained active in film and television with memorable appearances in Boston Legal, Miss Congeniality, Bride Wars, and Book Club. Her personal life has also seen great love and sorrow—most recently, the passing of her husband, Marshall Rose, in early 2025 due to complications from Parkinson’s. Previously, she was married to acclaimed French director Louis Malle, who passed away in 1995; they share a daughter, Chloe.
Despite life’s challenges, Bergen continues to be cherished for her resilience, charm, and iconic legacy in entertainment and beyond.
