Helen Walker, a stunning and gifted actress, whose career never quite reached its full potential, despite her evident talent. Born with a passion for the stage, she began her journey on Broadway, impressing audiences with her performance in the play "Jason" in 1942. Her impressive performance caught the attention of filmmakers, and she was soon signed to act in films. Her film debut, "Lucky Jordan" (1942),starring Alan Ladd, earned her good notice and star billing. The mid-1940s saw her continue to thrive with strong performances in offbeat but entertaining films like "The Man in Half Moon Street" (1944),the satirical "Brewster's Millions" (1945),and the murder spoof "Murder, He Says" (1945),which starred Fred MacMurray. As she achieved both artistic and box office success, she was clearly on the cusp of major stardom. Her starring role in the prestigious film "Heaven Only Knows" (1947) seemed to be the key to unlocking her stardom.
Personal Details
BornJul 17, 1920 Worcester, Massachusetts, USA
Spouse
Edward Nicholas du Domaine
( Apr 29, 1950 to Jun 10, 1952 )Robert F. Blumofe
( Nov 19, 1942 to Jan 26, 1946 )
Biography
Career
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1955

The Big Combo as Alicia Brown
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1953

Problem Girls as Miss Dixon
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1951

My True Story as Ann Martin
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1949

Impact as Irene Williams
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1948

Call Northside 777 as Laura McNeal
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My Dear Secretary as Elsie
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1947

The Homestretch as Kitty Brant
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Nightmare Alley as Lilith Ritter
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1946

Murder in the Music Hall as Millicent
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Her Adventurous Night as Constance Fry
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Cluny Brown as Betty Cream
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People Are Funny as Corey Sullivan
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1945

The Man in Half Moon Street as Eve Brandon
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Brewster's Millions as Peggy Gray
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Murder, He Says as Claire Matthews
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1944

Abroad with Two Yanks as Joyce Stuart
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1942

Lucky Jordan as Jill Evans