American movie stars died in 1962
Here are 16 famous actresses from United States of America died in 1962:
Caroline Cooke
Caroline Cooke (December 29, 1875 Illinois-July 8, 1962 Los Angeles) also known as Caroline Frances Cooke or Caroline Cook was an American actor.
She began her career on the stage and made her film debut in 1910 in the short film "The Angel of Contention". Cooke appeared in over 100 films throughout her career, often playing supporting roles. Some of her notable film credits include "The Kid" (1921), "The Phantom of the Opera" (1925), and "The Devil's Holiday" (1930). She also had a recurring role in the "Blondie" film series, playing the character of Mrs. Dithers. Cooke continued acting well into her 70s, making her final film appearance in the 1953 film "The Clown". In addition to acting, she also worked as a drama coach and teacher.
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Marilyn Monroe
Marilyn Monroe (June 1, 1926 Los Angeles-August 5, 1962 Brentwood) also known as Marylin Monroe, Norma Jeane Mortenson, Marliyn Monroe, Norma Jeane Mortensen, Norma Jeane Baker, Norma Jeane DiMaggio, Norma Jeane Dougherty, Marilyn Monroe Miller, The Blonde Bombshell, MM, Merilin Monro or Jean Norman was an American model, singer, actor, showgirl and film producer.
Marilyn Monroe began her career as a model at the age of 19, signing her first modeling contract with the Blue Book modeling agency. She soon went on to become one of the most sought-after models in the industry, appearing in numerous magazine covers and advertisements throughout the 1940s.
In the 1950s, Marilyn Monroe transitioned to film, starring in several successful movies such as "Gentlemen Prefer Blondes," "How to Marry a Millionaire," and "Some Like It Hot." She quickly became one of the biggest movie stars of her time, known for her iconic looks, sultry voice, and undeniable talent.
Despite her success, Marilyn Monroe struggled with personal demons throughout her life, including mental health issues and substance abuse. She tragically passed away at the young age of 36, leaving behind a legacy as one of the most iconic and enduring pop culture figures of all time.
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Florence Auer
Florence Auer (March 3, 1880 Albany-May 14, 1962 New York City) was an American actor.
She began acting in silent films in 1915 and appeared in over 70 films throughout her career. Auer was known for her work as a character actress and often played comedic roles in films. Some of her notable films include "A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur's Court" (1921), "The Adventures of Tarzan" (1921), and "The Coward" (1915). In addition to her work in film, Auer also had a successful career on stage, appearing in a number of Broadway productions throughout the 1910s and 1920s.
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Louise Beavers
Louise Beavers (March 8, 1902 Cincinnati-October 26, 1962 Hollywood) a.k.a. Louise Beaver or Louise Ellen Beavers was an American actor.
She started her career on Broadway and later transitioned to films, making her screen debut in 1927. Beavers was known for playing stereotypical maid roles in Hollywood films, including "Imitation of Life" (1934) and "Holiday Inn" (1942). Despite the limitations of the roles available to her, she was beloved by audiences for her warmth and humor. Beavers was also a trailblazer in the industry, becoming one of the first African American actresses to receive screen credit for her roles. In addition to her acting career, she was an advocate for civil rights and worked with the NAACP. She died of a heart attack at the age of 60.
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Valeska Suratt
Valeska Suratt (June 28, 1882 Owensville-July 2, 1962 Washington, D.C.) otherwise known as Valeska Suratt or Valeska Surratt was an American actor and comedian.
She appeared mostly in silent films and was known for her unique fashion sense and extravagant costumes. Born in Indiana, Suratt began performing early in her career and quickly gained a reputation for her vaudeville acts. She eventually moved on to starring in films in the early 1900s.
Suratt's unique fashion style and innovative costumes made her a standout in Hollywood. She was often photographed wearing bold and colorful clothing, and her distinctive look helped her to be recognized as a fashion icon of her time. Her popularity was further cemented by her roles in films such as "The Soul of Broadway" (1915), "Daredevil Kate" (1916), and "The Whip" (1917).
Despite her success in the entertainment industry, Suratt decided to retire from acting in the early 1920s. She lived the rest of her life in Washington, D.C., where she remained active in her community and was involved in various charitable organizations. She passed away in 1962 at the age of 80.
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Louise Fazenda
Louise Fazenda (June 17, 1895 Lafayette-April 17, 1962 Beverly Hills) was an American actor, humanitarian and art collector. She had one child, Brent Wallis.
Fazenda began her career as a vaudeville performer before transitioning to silent films in the 1910s. She appeared in over 300 films throughout her career, often portraying comedic characters. Fazenda was known for her physical comedy and her ability to improvise on set. She worked with many of the top comedians of her time, including Charlie Chaplin, Buster Keaton, and Harold Lloyd.
In addition to her acting career, Fazenda was a dedicated humanitarian. She volunteered with various charitable organizations, including the Motion Picture Relief Fund, which supported retired and disabled performers. Fazenda was also an art collector and had an extensive collection of Dutch and Flemish paintings.
Fazenda passed away in 1962 in Beverly Hills at the age of 66. She was posthumously awarded a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame for her contributions to the film industry.
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Gertrude Robinson
Gertrude Robinson (October 7, 1890 New York City-March 19, 1962 Hollywood) also known as Ruth Robinson or Miss Robinson was an American actor.
Robinson began her career on the Broadway stage in the early 1900s, appearing in several productions before transitioning to film in the 1920s. She became known for her roles in silent films and continued to act in sound films through the 1940s. Robinson often played supporting characters, and her roles were typically those of the tough-talking, no-nonsense types. She appeared in over 70 films throughout her career, including "Little Women" (1933) and "The Grapes of Wrath" (1940). Outside of her acting career, Robinson was also an active member of the Screen Actors Guild, serving as a council member and vice president of the organization. She also advocated for actor's rights and better working conditions for those in the film industry.
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Florence Lee
Florence Lee (March 12, 1888 Jamaica-September 1, 1962 Hollywood) a.k.a. Florence D. Lee was an American actor and screenwriter.
Florence Lee began her career in vaudeville before transitioning to silent films. She appeared in over 350 films throughout her career, often playing comedic or maternal roles. In addition to acting, Lee worked as a screenwriter and wrote several films, including "The Kid from Borneo" and "The Pinch Hitter". Lee continued acting in films until the 1950s, with her last film appearance in "The Remarkable Mr. Pennypacker". Lee was known for her warm personality and dedication to her craft. She was one of the founding members of the Screen Actors Guild and was inducted into the Hollywood Walk of Fame in 1960.
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Pauline Chase
Pauline Chase (May 20, 1885 Washington, D.C.-March 15, 1962 Royal Tunbridge Wells) was an American actor.
She began her career in the United States and eventually became a leading actress in British theatre. She is best known for her portrayal of the character Wendy in the original stage production of J. M. Barrie's play Peter Pan; or, The Boy Who Wouldn't Grow Up. Chase first played Wendy in 1906 and continued to perform the role for several years. Aside from her work in Peter Pan, she also appeared in several other plays, including The Admirable Crichton and Quality Street. She retired from the stage in the 1930s and became a successful interior decorator.
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Irene
Irene (December 8, 1900 Baker-November 15, 1962 Los Angeles) also known as Irene Gibbons or Irene Lentz was an American costume designer and actor.
She began her career as a fashion illustrator for the Bullocks Wilshire department store in Los Angeles before transitioning to costume design for films in the 1930s. Irene designed costumes for over 300 films, including classics such as "The Philadelphia Story," "To Catch a Thief," and "An American in Paris." In addition to her work in film, Irene also designed costumes for Broadway productions and for high society clients. She was known for her elegant and sophisticated designs and is considered one of the most influential costume designers in Hollywood history. Irene was also briefly an actor, appearing in several films in the 1920s, before focusing primarily on costume design.
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Clara Blandick
Clara Blandick (June 4, 1880 Hong Kong-April 15, 1962 Hollywood) a.k.a. Clara Dickey was an American actor.
She appeared in over 80 films, including her memorable role as Auntie Em in "The Wizard of Oz" (1939). Blandick began her acting career on stage before transitioning to film. She often played maternal and grandmotherly roles, and was known for her warm and caring demeanor. Despite her successful career, Blandick suffered from depression and loneliness in her later years. In 1962, she died by suicide in her Hollywood home at the age of 81.
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Kathleen Clifford
Kathleen Clifford (February 16, 1887 Charlottesville-December 28, 1962 Los Angeles) was an American actor.
She began her career in silent films and appeared in over 30 films, including "The Wildcat of Paris" (1918) and "The Yellow Ticket" (1931). Clifford also worked on stage and was a member of the Ziegfeld Follies. She is perhaps best known for her role as Zelda in the film "D.W. Griffith's Orphans of the Storm" (1921). Clifford was married to actor Jack Dempsey from 1918 to 1922. In later years, she became a successful real estate agent in Beverly Hills.
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Vera Reynolds
Vera Reynolds (November 25, 1899 Richmond-April 22, 1962 Los Angeles) was an American actor and dancer.
Vera Reynolds began her career as a dancer in vaudeville before transitioning into acting in silent films. Her first film credit was in 1918, and she was quickly signed to a contract with Universal Studios. She appeared in over 50 films throughout her career, including popular silent films such as "The Sea Hawk" (1924) and "The Temple of Venus" (1923). In the 1930s, she continued to act in films including "The Fighting Sheriff" (1931) and "All of Me" (1934).
Reynolds' career took a downturn in the late 1930s due to personal issues, and she began taking smaller roles in films. She made her final film appearance in 1941's "The Lone Wolf Takes a Chance". In addition to her acting career, Reynolds was also known for her beauty and was a popular subject of photographers, appearing on the covers of magazines such as "Photoplay" and "Screenland".
After retiring from acting, Reynolds married and settled in Los Angeles where she became involved in animal rescue organizations. She passed away in 1962 at the age of 62.
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Cleo Ridgely
Cleo Ridgely (May 12, 1893 New York City-August 18, 1962 Glendale) also known as Freda Cleo Helwig, Cleo Ridgley or Cleo Ridgeley was an American actor. Her children are called June Horne and James Horne Jr..
Cleo Ridgely began her career in the film industry during the silent era in the early 1910s. She appeared in over 140 films, often portraying the leading lady in westerns and adventure films. Some of her notable roles include "The Taming of the Shrew" (1915) and "Riders of the Purple Sage" (1918). She was also known for her beauty and her fashionable style, which was emulated by many women of the time. She retired from acting in 1929 and later in life, she became an active member of the Pasadena community. She passed away on August 18, 1962, in Glendale, California.
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June Richmond
June Richmond (July 9, 1915 Chicago-August 14, 1962 Gothenburg) was an American singer and actor.
She is best known for her work as a jazz vocalist during the swing era of the 1930s and '40s. Richmond began her career in music in the late 1920s, performing with various bands before making her recording debut in 1932 with Paul Whiteman and his Orchestra. She went on to record with other popular bands of the era, including Benny Goodman and his Orchestra and Artie Shaw and his Gramercy Five.
In addition to her music career, Richmond also appeared in several films, including "Reveille with Beverly" (1943) and "Atlantic City" (1944). She continued performing and recording music throughout the 1940s, but her success began to wane as the popularity of jazz declined in the 1950s. Richmond eventually retired from the music industry and moved to Europe, where she lived until her death in 1962.
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Nelle Wilson Reagan
Nelle Wilson Reagan (July 24, 1883 Fulton-July 25, 1962 Santa Monica) a.k.a. Nelle Clyde Wilson Reagan was an American actor. Her children are called Ronald Reagan and Neil Reagan.
Nelle Wilson Reagan started her career in theater, but eventually moved on to the film industry where she appeared in a number of silent films. Later on, she transitioned to radio, where she worked as a host and announcer. In addition to her work in entertainment, Reagan was also involved in various charitable and community organizations, including the Young Women's Christian Association and the Women's Relief Society. She was married to Jack Reagan, an Irish American salesman, until his death in 1941. Nelle Wilson Reagan's legacy is largely defined by her role as the mother of Ronald Reagan, the 40th President of the United States, and her impact on his life and career.
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