Kay Aldridge

Kay Aldridge

Deceased · Born: Jul 9, 1917 · Died: Jan 12, 1995

Personal Details

BornJul 9, 1917 Tallahassee, Florida, USA
Spouse
  • Harry Nasland

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Richard Derby Tucker

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Arthur Cameron

    ( Feb 14, 1945 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Noted for her striking features and captivating presence, this ravishing 1930s model and magazine cover-girl made a lasting impression on the silver screen during the early 1940s, often appearing as a stunning "living statue" in Hollywood's Technicolor films.

While her roles were often limited to simply adding a touch of elegance to the movie set, her presence was undeniable, and she rarely uttered a word, allowing her beauty to speak volumes.

However, this talented actress did have the opportunity to showcase her range by playing more substantial characters, including the iconic "Nyoka the Jungle Girl", in a series of black-and-white "B" serials that captivated audiences during the 1940s.

As a testament to her enduring legacy, her work continues to be celebrated and admired by film enthusiasts and historians alike, serving as a reminder of the glamour and allure of Hollywood's Golden Age.

Career

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1945
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The Man Who Walked Alone
The Man Who Walked Alone as Wilhelmina Hammond
{"id":70646,"title":"Haunted Harbor","year":"1944","character":"Patricia Harding","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/haunted-harbor","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70646.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70646.jpg"},"released":1}
1944
Haunted Harbor
Haunted Harbor as Patricia Harding
{"id":70972,"title":"Daredevils of the West","year":"1943","character":"June Foster","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/daredevils-of-the-west","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70972.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70972.jpg"},"released":1}
1943
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Du Barry Was a Lady
Du Barry Was a Lady as Mrs. McGowan
{"id":70847,"title":"Something to Shout About","year":"1943","character":"Show Girl","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/something-to-shout-about","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70847.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70847.jpg"},"released":1}
{"id":71359,"title":"Perils of Nyoka","year":"1942","character":"Nyoka Gordon","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/perils-of-nyoka","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71359.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71359.jpg"},"released":1}
1942
Perils of Nyoka
Perils of Nyoka as Nyoka Gordon
{"id":71525,"title":"Dead Men Tell","year":"1941","character":"(as Katharine Aldridge) Laura Parks aka Laura Thursday","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/dead-men-tell","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71525.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71525.jpg"},"released":1}
1941
Dead Men Tell
Dead Men Tell as (as Katharine Aldridge) Laura Parks aka Laura Thursday
{"id":175640,"title":"Golden Hoofs","year":"1941","character":"Cornelia Hunt","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/golden-hoofs","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_175640.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_175640.jpg"},"released":1}
Golden Hoofs
Golden Hoofs as Cornelia Hunt
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Navy Blues
Navy Blues as Navy Blues Sextet Member (as Katharine Aldridge)
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You're in the Army Now
You're in the Army Now as Navy Blues Sextette Member
{"id":32563,"title":"Louisiana Purchase","year":"1941","character":"Louisiana Belle","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/louisiana-purchase","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_32563.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_32563.jpg"},"released":1}
Louisiana Purchase
Louisiana Purchase as Louisiana Belle
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1940
Free, Blonde and 21
Free, Blonde and 21 as Adelaide Sinclair (as Katherine Aldridge)
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Sailor's Lady
Sailor's Lady as Georgine (as Katharine Aldridge)
{"id":71794,"title":"Down Argentine Way","year":"1940","character":"Helen Carson","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/down-argentine-way","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71794.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71794.jpg"},"released":1}
Down Argentine Way
Down Argentine Way as Helen Carson
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Shooting High
Shooting High as Evelyn Trent
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Girl in 313
Girl in 313 as Sarah Sorrell (as Katherine Aldridge)
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Yesterday's Heroes
Yesterday's Heroes as Janice Mason
{"id":72297,"title":"Here I Am a Stranger","year":"1939","character":"Lillian Bennett","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/here-i-am-a-stranger","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72297.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72297.jpg"},"released":1}
1939
Here I Am a Stranger
Here I Am a Stranger as Lillian Bennett
{"id":72229,"title":"Hotel for Women","year":"1939","character":"Melinda Craig","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/hotel-for-women","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72229.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72229.jpg"},"released":1}
Hotel for Women
Hotel for Women as Melinda Craig
{"id":73178,"title":"Vogues of 1938","year":"1937","character":"Katherine - a Model","permalink":"https:\/\/streambutter.com\/us\/movie\/vogues-of-1938","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73178.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streambutter.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73178.jpg"},"released":1}
1937
Vogues of 1938
Vogues of 1938 as Katherine - a Model
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Rosalie
Rosalie as Lady in Waiting (uncredited)