Joyce Elaine MacKenzie Hassing, a celebrated American actress, left a lasting legacy in the entertainment industry, marked by a remarkable career spanning from 1946 to 1961. Her extensive and diverse range of film and television appearances serve as a testament to her remarkable versatility as a performer, showcasing her ability to effortlessly adapt to various roles and characters. Among her most notable and memorable performances, Joyce Hassing is perhaps best recognized for her captivating portrayal of Jane, a character she brought to life with remarkable skill, nuance, and depth. Her iconic and enduring performance as Jane, opposite the charming and charismatic Lex Barker's Tarzan, in the 1953 film "Tarzan and the She-Devil" remains a lasting testament to her exceptional talent and artistry.
Personal Details
BornOct 13, 1925 Redwood City, California, USA
Spouse
Victor Benedict Hassing
( Dec 31, 1969 to Oct 29, 1980 )Robert L. Driver
( Aug 18, 1961 to Jul 1, 1966 )Walter Hubert Leimert Jr.
( Nov 26, 1952 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Biography
Career
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1954

The French Line as Myrtle Brown
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Rails Into Laramie as Helen Shanessy
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1953

Tarzan and the She-Devil as Jane
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The I Don't Care Girl as Babette
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1952

Night Without Sleep as Laura Harkness
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Deadline - U.S.A. as Katherine Garrison Geary
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Wait Till the Sun Shines, Nellie as Bessie Jordan
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1951

The Racket as Mary McQuigg
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On the Riviera as Mimi (as Joyce MacKenzie)
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People Will Talk as Gussie (uncredited)
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His Kind of Woman as Lady Gwendolyn in Film (uncredited)
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1950

Mother Didn't Tell Me as Helen Porter
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Broken Arrow as Terry
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Destination Murder as Laura Mansfield
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Stella as Peggy Denny
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Whirlpool as Daisy - Telephone Operator (uncredited)
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1946

Tomorrow Is Forever as Cherry Davis