Joan Banks

Joan Banks

Deceased · Born: Oct 30, 1918 · Died: Jan 18, 1998

Personal Details

BornOct 30, 1918 New York City, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Allan Raymond Johnson

    ( Feb 14, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Frank Lovejoy

    ( May 31, 1940 to Oct 2, 1962 )

Biography

Joan Banks, a talented actress, entered this world on October 30, 1918, in the vibrant city of New York, located in the state of New York, United States of America. Throughout her illustrious career, she made a lasting impression on audiences through her captivating performances in a variety of films, including the 1951 drama "Cry Danger", the 1961 sitcom "Hazel", and the 1957 romantic comedy "Mister Cory".

As she navigated the complexities of her personal life, Joan Banks tied the knot not once, but twice, with two remarkable individuals - Allan Raymond Johnson and Frank Lovejoy. Despite the challenges and triumphs that came her way, Joan continued to shine brightly, leaving an indelible mark on the world of entertainment.

Tragically, Joan Banks' life came to a close on January 18, 1998, in the city of angels, Los Angeles, California, United States of America. Her passing served as a poignant reminder of the transience of life, yet her enduring legacy continues to inspire and delight audiences to this day.

Career

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1961
Return to Peyton Place
Return to Peyton Place as Mrs. Humphries
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Hazel
Hazel as Francesca Kettering
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1960
Let's Make Love
Let's Make Love as Secretary (uncredited)
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1958
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Mike Hammer
Mike Hammer as Sandra Ryan
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1957
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Perry Mason
Perry Mason as Karen Alder
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1955
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1953
I Love Lucy
I Love Lucy as Eleanor Harris
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1952
My Pal Gus
My Pal Gus as Ivy Tolliver
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Washington Story
Washington Story as Mrs. Vatek
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1951
Cry Danger
Cry Danger as Alice Fletcher
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Bright Victory
Bright Victory as Janet Grayson