Fay Baker

Fay Baker

Deceased · Born: Jan 31, 1917 · Died: Dec 8, 1987

Personal Details

BornJan 31, 1917 New York City, New York, U.S.

Biography

Fay Baker, a multifaceted American entertainer, whose extraordinary talents and versatility had a profound and lasting impact on the world of stage, film, and television, where she left an indelible mark through her impressive array of supporting roles.

Beyond her illustrious career in the entertainment industry, Fay Baker also successfully ventured into the realm of literature, adopting the pen name Beth Holmes, and made significant contributions to the world of written works, which include the publication of the novel "The Whipping Boy".

This notable literary achievement, "The Whipping Boy", received widespread recognition and acclaim, with its inclusion on the prestigious Los Angeles Times bestseller list in 1978, a testament to Fay Baker's remarkable writing skills and creative prowess.

Baker's artistic endeavors did not cease to flourish with her writing of the novel, as she concurrently undertook the remarkable task of penning an autobiographical account of her courageous struggle against breast cancer. This extraordinary work, titled "My Darling, Darling Doctors", stands as a powerful testament to her unyielding spirit and unwavering resolve in the face of daunting adversity.

Despite the challenges she faced, Baker's unwavering determination to share her story with the world led her to embark on this ambitious project. Through her writing, she skillfully conveys the emotional highs and lows of her journey, offering a deeply personal and relatable account of her experiences.

"My Darling, Darling Doctors" serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of hope, perseverance, and the human capacity for resilience in the face of adversity. Baker's courageous decision to share her story has undoubtedly inspired countless individuals, providing a beacon of hope for those facing similar challenges.

Through her remarkable work, Baker has left an indelible mark on the world, forever changing the lives of those who have been touched by her story. Her unwavering dedication to her craft, combined with her unshakeable spirit, has resulted in a truly remarkable achievement that will continue to inspire and uplift generations to come.

Career

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1965
The Slender Thread
The Slender Thread as Telephone Supervisor
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1957
She Devil
She Devil as Evelyn Kendall
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Sorority Girl
Sorority Girl as Mrs. Tanner
{"id":66969,"title":"Don't Knock the Rock","year":"1956","character":"Arlene MacLaine","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dont-knock-the-rock-1956","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_66969.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_66969.jpg"},"released":1}
1956
Don't Knock the Rock
Don't Knock the Rock as Arlene MacLaine
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1955
I Died a Thousand Times
I Died a Thousand Times as Woman in Tropico Lobby (uncredited)
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1954
Phffft
Phffft as Nurse Serena (uncredited)
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1953
The Blue Gardenia
The Blue Gardenia as Switchboard Monitor (uncredited)
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Invaders from Mars
Invaders from Mars as Mrs. Wilson
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1952
The Star
The Star as Faith
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Deadline - U.S.A.
Deadline - U.S.A. as Alice Garrison Courtney
{"id":174455,"title":"Reunion in Reno","year":"1951","character":"Miss Pearson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/reunion-in-reno","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174455.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174455.jpg"},"released":1}
1951
Reunion in Reno
Reunion in Reno as Miss Pearson
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The Company She Keeps
The Company She Keeps as Tilly Thompson
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1950
Chain Lightning
Chain Lightning as Mrs. Willis
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Double Deal
Double Deal as Lilly Sebastian
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Father of the Bride
Father of the Bride as Miss Bellamy (uncredited)
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1949
Black Midnight
Black Midnight as Martha Baxter
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Manhattan Angel
Manhattan Angel as Vi Langdon
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Tell It to the Judge
Tell It to the Judge as Valerie Hobson
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1948
Trapped by Boston Blackie
Trapped by Boston Blackie as Margie O'Reilly, alias Sandra Doray
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The Gentleman from Nowhere
The Gentleman from Nowhere as Catherine Ashton
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No Minor Vices
No Minor Vices as Mrs. Felton (uncredited)
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The Saxon Charm
The Saxon Charm as Mrs. Noble
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1946
Notorious
Notorious as Ethel