Miriam Lucille Lilygren, later known as Jo Ann Sayers, was a highly acclaimed American actress whose impressive career in the film and stage industries left a lasting impression. Spanning a remarkable 15-year period from 1938 to 1953, her screen presence was marked by a string of notable performances that showcased her exceptional talent. Despite continuing to work within the entertainment industry, her film career began to gradually slow down, and she became less active after the year 1940.
Personal Details
BornOct 22, 1918 Seattle, Washington, USA
Spouse
Charles Klemm Agle
( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 2, 1987 )Anthony A. Bliss
( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Biography
Career
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1953

Main Street to Broadway as Bride in Musical Number (uncredited)
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1940

The Man with Nine Lives as Nurse Judith Blair
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The Light of Western Stars as Madeline Hammond
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1939

Fast and Loose as Christina Torrent
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Within the Law as Helen Morris - the Thief
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The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as Susan
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Honolulu as Nurse
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Four Girls in White as Sleepy Nurse
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The Women as Debutante (uncredited)
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1938

Young Dr. Kildare as Barbara Chanler