does not cite any references or sources. Please help improve this article by adding citations to reliable sources. Unsourced material may be challenged and removed. (January 2011) Jo Van Fleet in East of Eden (1955) Born December 30, 1914(1914-12-30) Oakland, California, U.S. Died June 10, 1996(1996-06-10) (aged 81) Jamaica, Queens, New York City, New York, U.S. Occupation Actress Years active 1954–1986 Spouse William Bales (1946-1990) (his death) Jo Van Fleet (December 30, 1914 – June 10, 1996) was an American theatre and film actress..