Hunt was born Lois Marie Kelso in
Oak Park, Illinois on July 16, 1926 She attended the
University of Michigan, where she worked as a member of the student newspaper. In 1965, Hunt relocated to
Alexandria, Virginia, and worked as a stage actress, appearing in productions for the Washington, D.C.
Arena Stage,
Studio Theatre, Castle Performing Arts Center, and the
Jewish Community Center. From 1966 to 1968, Hunt toured as a director and producer of a stage production of ''They Aren't Real to Me
, a one-act play by Episcopalian priest and gay rights activist Malcolm Boyd. No less, the picture went on to become a cult film. On December 31, 1985, Hunt divorced her husband, Leon, following a one-year separation. and had a minor role in the comedy Head of State'' (2003). Hunt spent her later years dedicated to philanthropic and humanitarian causes in Alexandria, serving on the Alexandria Beautification Commission, and was also the chair of the Bicentennial Trees of Alexandria. She was also president of the Taylor Run Civic Association, and volunteered time to
Meals on Wheels and the
Episcopal Peace Fellowship. Hunt was a member of various political and humanitarian organizations, including the
League of Women Voters, the
American Association of University Women,
Amnesty International, and the Alexandria
Democratic Committee. ==Death==