Beulah Bondi was an American actress who was best known for her roles in the films 'It's a Wonderful Life' and 'Make Way for Tomorrow'. She also had a successful career in television, appearing in shows such as 'The Waltons' and 'The Red Skelton Show'. Her real name was Beulah Bondy, but she changed it to Bondi when she began her acting career. She was born in Chicago, Illinois, and died in California in 1981. Her last role was as Maude Waters in the television series 'The Waltons'.