When she finished her schooling she enrolled at the American Academy of Dramatic Arts, worked hard, and soon established herself as an up-and-coming professional actress. She suspended her career, for several years while she took time off to marry and have children and to spend time with them. When they were old enough, she returned to work and has never stopped.

She has starred in twenty-two motion pictures, including True Colors. On television, Dina Merrill has guest-starred