This article will focus on four iconic 1950s TV actresses. These were Eve Arden, Frances Bavier and Mary Wickes. Here are their roles as stars and how they got their start in the entertainment industry. Then, discover who else made the cut. For more information, see our list of the top five television actresses of the 1950s.
Eve Arden
Eve Arden had been a successful film and stage actress before she switched to television in late 1950s. She was a star in several films, including "Oh! Doctor!" She was a supporting character in the witty, quick-talking "Oh, Doctor!" movie. The role helped her gain some critical acclaim and provided a template for many of her later roles. Despite her short-lived TV role, she never lost her passion for acting. She continued active work in the field even after retiring.
Frances Bavier
Frances Elizabeth Bavier, an actress on stage and on television, was born and raised in New York City. Her most iconic role was Aunt Bee on Andy Griffith Show. It saw her spend more time at Mayberry then any other character. Bavier also won the Emmy Award for Outstanding Comedy Actress. While Bavier was best known for her stage work, she also lent her voice to some of the most beloved TV shows of all time.
Jayne Mansfield
Jayne Mansfield was unsuccessful in her auditions for Warner Bros. or Paramount. She eventually got a role selling candy at a theater. In between film projects, she took on modeling jobs, and in 1954, she was cut out of a General Electric photo shoot. She made her television debut in that year with a small part in the Lux Video Theatre series. After the split, she continued to appear in TV shows and appeared in commercials, but her stardom was waning.
Mary Wickes
Ina Clare is the name you immediately think of when you think 1950s television starlet actresses. They met at summer theater, and Wickes was encouraged to take up roles in comedies. In 1939, she understudied Margaret Hamilton on Broadway and went on to play the part. Even though the roles were not related to each other, she received high reviews for the performance in the play. However, her acting career didn't end there.
Ann Sothern
Ann Sothern's name may be familiar to viewers who watched the Maisie television series. It featured a series comedy adventures. The actress was a star in nine of the 10 Maisie movies, including the 1941 remake "Trade Winds." Her work also included the private secretary series Private Secretary and the Ann Sothern Show, in which she played a working girl in New York. She was also a frequent performer in musicals and introduced many songs.
Betty White
Betty White began her career in daytime talk shows, when the medium was just beginning to gain popularity. She was able to make it through the transition into streaming and cable television, and has starred in many sitcoms and variety programs. Betty White's most notable roles were on "The Golden Girls", and "Date With the Angels." But, her career was not limited to daytime talk show appearances and game shows. After leaving her daytime show in 1955, White went on to appear on many popular chat shows. White married Allen Ludden in the 1960s. He was a Hollywood agent with a background both in comedy and drama. White married Allen Ludden (another game show host) in 1963. She had met Allen during one of her appearances at "Password."
FAQ
How many theaters do I need to make back my investment?
It all depends on the length of your theatrical release.
One theater is sufficient if you intend to screen your film for less time than two weeks.
You will need at least two theaters if you plan to keep your film running for more than 2 weeks.
Is the Hollywood Walk of Fame free?
Yes! To visit the Hollywood Walk of Fame, you don't need to pay anything. You will need a permit if you wish to take photographs. It costs $15 per person.
Make sure you have valid identification in case you want to visit Hollywood Walk of Fame.
If you are under 18, you must be accompanied by someone 21 years old or older.
The walkway cannot be entered until 10 AM.
You can't leave the walkway if you have already paid.
There are no cameras allowed inside the walkway.
Which actor is Hollywood's most well-known?
Tom Hanks holds the record as the highest-paid actor ever. He is paid a minimum $25 million per film. According to Celebrity Net Worth.
Will Smith came in second, earning $65 million over the course of four years for his work on Independence Day.
Tom Cruise took third place for his performance as Ethan Hunt, Mission Impossible. Cruise earned $60M over five year.
Fourth place goes the Daniel Craig, with $50 million in four years of playing James Bond.
Fifth place goes to Leonardo DiCaprio who made $45 million in five years as a Titanic star.
Sixth place goes out to Brad Pitt. He earned $40 million in six years as a result of his portrayal of Steve McQueen's character in 12 Years a Slave.
Robert Downey Jr. is seventh, having earned $35 million over seven decades for his role as Tony Stark/Iron Man/Iron Man in Iron Man.
Johnny Depp, who made $30 million in eight years to play Captain Jack Sparrow's role in Pirates of The Caribbean, takes eighth place.
Ninth place goes to George Clooney, who earned $25 million over nine years for playing Matt Damon's character in Good Night and Good Luck.
Angelina Jolie takes 10th place. She earned $20 million over 11-years for her roles as Tomb Raider's and Mr & Mrs Smith.
What are the steps to starting my own distribution company
No. You cannot legally operate a distribution company without being a distributor.
Even though you might not be distribution films for other people, there are still rules.
For instance, it is not possible to charge different prices for different theaters. Additionally, fees cannot be charged to different customers.
Other companies cannot also sell your services.
Statistics
- At his encouragement, his sister Sarah Luke, brother-in-law Elisha Luke, with her mother, Azubah, took the Atlantic & Pacific Railroad from Ogden to Los Angeles in November 1885, according to Adrian Weekly Press, November 13, 1885. (en.wikipedia.org)
- By 1911, approximately 60 to 70 percent of films imported into Great Britain were American. (en.wikipedia.org)
- The author of the study noted that "The percentage of female speaking roles has not increased much since the 1940s when they hovered around 25 percent to 28 percent." (en.wikipedia.org)
- If we translate this to a percentage, we get 28%, so let's be generous and say that ‘Hollywood studios' release about ⅓ of the movies released in the U.S. and Canada each year. (glitteratilobotomy.com)
- The percentage of black female characters went from 16 percent in 2017 to 21 percent in 2018. (en.wikipedia.org)
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How To
How long does it take for the Hollywood Walk of Fame to be toured?
It takes approximately 2 hours to visit the Hollywood Walk Of Fame.
The Hollywood Walk of Fame was established in 1960 and consists of 1,400 stars embedded into the sidewalk outside Grauman's Chinese Theater. It honors those who have made significant contributions to television, film, music, theater and sports. Each star is accompanied with a plaque that includes the individual's name, birthyear, and category.
Hollywood Boulevard is home to 683 stars, ranging from Gower Street to Vine Street. A third of the stars have been given posthumously.
There are many ways to see the stars. You can either walk or take the free transportation provided the Hollywood Chamber of Commerce.
To see the entire list of current inductees, visit the official website at www.walkoffame.com/inductee_listing/.