Alta Gwendolyn Gaze, a talented actress, was born in Melbourne, Victoria, Australia, to a father who was a renowned film actor and singer, entertaining audiences in his homeland as well as in London and New York. Gwendolyn's impressive educational background consisted of a degree from The Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts in London, followed by a drama degree from Pasadena College, which she earned after immigrating to America.
She began her acting career in plays on the New York stage, ultimately landing a starring role in the iconic production of "The Women." Subsequently, she made the transition to Hollywood, embarking on a successful career in motion pictures. Her film debut was as Pamela Armitage in "I Cover the War" in 1937, where she shared the screen with the legendary John Wayne.
In 1938, Gwendolyn co-starred alongside William Boyd in two Hopalong Cassidy films, with the first, "Partners of the Plains," showcasing one of her most memorable performances as Lorna Drake, a strong-willed English girl. Additionally, she showcased her vocal talents by performing the song "Moonlight on the Sunset Trail" within the film. Throughout her career, Gwendolyn Gaze appeared in a total of 13 films between the years 1937 and 1943.
In her personal life, Gwendolyn was married in Vancouver, Canada, where she also hosted a popular radio show. The couple had two children, Carol and Peter. Gwendolyn Gaze passed away peacefully in Seattle, Washington, on August 29th, 2010, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a life well-lived.
