Eve Brent

Eve Brent

Deceased · Born: Sep 11, 1929 · Died: Aug 27, 2011

Personal Details

BornSep 11, 1929 Houston, Texas, USA
Spouse
  • Michael Ashe

    ( Dec 3, 1978 to Jul 31, 2008 )
  • Neil W. Kidwell

    ( Aug 17, 1962 to May 10, 2025 )
  • Jack Baker Lewis

  • Major Freeman

    ( May 10, 2025 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Jean Ann Ewers, an American actress of notable repute, was born on September 11, 1929, a date that would later become a significant milestone in the chronology of her life's journey.

As Eve Brent, she would go on to make a lasting impact on the world of cinema, leaving behind a legacy that would be cherished by fans and admirers alike.

Jean Ann Ewers, aka Jean Lewis, was a talented thespian who spent her life captivating audiences with her on-screen presence, a testament to her unwavering dedication to her craft.

Sadly, her remarkable journey came to an end on August 27, 2011, a day that marked the passing of a true Hollywood legend.

Eve Brent embarked on a promising career in radio and the nascent television industry, subsequently transitioning to the esteemed college and little theater stage. This significant career milestone served as a precursor to her eventual relocation to the vibrant city of Hollywood, where she was accompanied by her husband and their young, burgeoning son.

Samuel Fuller, a renowned director in the film industry, played a pivotal role in shaping the professional trajectory of Eve Brent, a talented actress who would later make a lasting impact on the silver screen. Specifically, Fuller's western film Forty Guns, released in 1957, marked the inception of Brent's extensive screen career, as she adopted the stage name Eve Brent for her role in this cinematic production. This pivotal moment in her life served as a springboard for her subsequent endeavors, as she went on to assume the role of Jane opposite Gordon Scott's iconic portrayal of Tarzan in a series of films, including Tarzan and the Trappers (1958) and Tarzan's Fight for Life (1958). Furthermore, Brent's talent and versatility were also showcased through her appearances in episodes of a Tarzan television series, solidifying her position as a prominent figure in the entertainment industry.

Notable aspects of Eve Brent's illustrious career include her extensive work in numerous commercials, supplementing her impressive portfolio of big-screen and episodic television credits. As her career progressed, she secured notable roles in two critically acclaimed films, namely The Green Mile and The Curious Case of Benjamin Button, solidifying her status as a talented and versatile actress.

Career

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2011
Hit List
Hit List as Mrs. Sheehan
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2008
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button
The Curious Case of Benjamin Button as Old Woman (uncredited)
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2007
Palo Alto, CA
Palo Alto, CA as Grandma
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2004
Garfield
Garfield as Mrs. Baker
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2001
Roswell
Roswell as Jane Covendall
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1999
The Green Mile
The Green Mile as Elaine Connelly
{"id":172,"title":"Frasier","year":1993,"character":"Hostess","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/frasier","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/405qcrpd6rb0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/shows\/poster\/405qcrpd6rb0.jpg"},"released":1}
1993
Frasier
Frasier as Hostess
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1992
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1989
The Experts
The Experts as Aunt Thelma
{"id":24473,"title":"Deathrow Gameshow","year":"1987","character":"Crossing Guard","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/deathrow-gameshow","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24473.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24473.jpg"},"released":1}
1987
Deathrow Gameshow
Deathrow Gameshow as Crossing Guard
{"id":7519,"title":"Racing with the Moon","year":"1984","character":"Mrs. Kaiser","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/racing-with-the-moon","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_7519.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_7519.jpg"},"released":1}
1984
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1983
Going Berserk
Going Berserk as Mrs. Reese
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BrainWaves
BrainWaves as Mrs. Simpson
{"id":23024,"title":"Fade to Black","year":"1980","character":"Aunt Stella Binford","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/fade-to-black-1980","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6qipoqi31qk0.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/6qipoqi31qk0.jpg"},"released":1}
1980
Fade to Black
Fade to Black as Aunt Stella Binford
{"id":22633,"title":"The White Buffalo","year":"1977","character":"Frieda","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-white-buffalo","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3pnmhm2bfnvg.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/images\/fanart\/movies\/poster\/3pnmhm2bfnvg.jpg"},"released":1}
1977
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1975
The Timber Tramps
The Timber Tramps as Corey Sykes
{"id":86940,"title":"The Todd Killings","year":"1971","character":"","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-todd-killings","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_86940.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_86940.jpg"},"released":1}
1971
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1970
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Airport
Airport as Mrs. David Corman (uncredited)
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1969
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1968
Coogan's Bluff
Coogan's Bluff as Hooker (uncredited)
{"id":32154,"title":"A Guide for the Married Man","year":"1967","character":"Joe X's Blowsy Blonde","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/a-guide-for-the-married-man","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32154.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32154.jpg"},"released":1}
1967
A Guide for the Married Man
A Guide for the Married Man as Joe X's Blowsy Blonde
{"id":65651,"title":"Mara of the Wilderness","year":"1965","character":"Mrs. Wade","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/mara-of-the-wilderness","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_65651.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_65651.jpg"},"released":1}
1965
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1962
Stakeout!
Stakeout! as Susie
{"id":196261,"title":"The Sad Horse","year":"1959","character":"Sheila","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-sad-horse","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_196261.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_196261.jpg"},"released":1}
1959
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1958
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The Bride and the Beast
The Bride and the Beast as Stewardess (as Jean Ann Lewis)
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1957
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The Garment Jungle
The Garment Jungle as Receptionist (uncredited)
{"id":30340,"title":"Forty Guns","year":"1957","character":"Louvenia Spanger","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/forty-guns","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_30340.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_30340.jpg"},"released":1}
Forty Guns
Forty Guns as Louvenia Spanger
{"id":24478,"title":"The Storm Rider","year":"1957","character":"Mrs. Cooper","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/the-storm-rider","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_24478.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_24478.jpg"},"released":1}
The Storm Rider
The Storm Rider as Mrs. Cooper
{"id":66926,"title":"Female Jungle","year":"1956","character":"Monica Madison","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/female-jungle","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66926.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66926.jpg"},"released":1}
1956
Female Jungle
Female Jungle as Monica Madison
{"id":103834771,"title":"Lux Video Theatre","year":1954,"character":"Waitress","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/show\/lux-video-theatre","type":"show","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/show_103834771.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/show_103834771.jpg"},"released":1}
1954
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1998