Merna Kennedy

Merna Kennedy

Deceased · Born: Sep 7, 1908 · Died: Dec 20, 1944

Personal Details

BornSep 7, 1908 Kankakee, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • Forrest Brayton

    ( Dec 16, 1944 to Dec 20, 1944 )
  • Busby Berkeley

    ( Feb 10, 1934 to Oct 28, 1936 )

Biography

Merna Kennedy, a talented actress, entered this world on September 7, 1908, in the charming city of Kankakee, Illinois, USA. Born with a passion for the performing arts, she went on to captivate audiences with her captivating presence on the big screen. Her impressive filmography boasts notable roles in cinematic masterpieces such as "The Circus" (1928),"Ghost Valley" (1932),and "The Big Chance" (1933).

In addition to her remarkable acting career, Merna Kennedy's personal life was marked by two significant marriages. Firstly, she tied the knot with Forrest Brayton, a union that was to last for a significant period. Later, she wed the renowned director and choreographer Busby Berkeley, a marriage that undoubtedly brought joy and excitement to her life.

Tragically, Merna Kennedy's life was cut short when she passed away on December 20, 1944, in the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, USA. Despite her untimely departure, her legacy lives on through her impressive body of work, and she remains a beloved figure in the world of classic Hollywood cinema.

Career

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1934
Wonder Bar
Wonder Bar as Claire
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1933
The Big Chance
The Big Chance as Mary Wilson
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Laughter in Hell
Laughter in Hell as Marybelle Evans
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Emergency Call
Emergency Call as Day File Clerk
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Don't Bet on Love
Don't Bet on Love as "Babe" Norton
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1932
Ghost Valley
Ghost Valley as Jane Worth
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Lady with a Past
Lady with a Past as Ann Duryea
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Red-Haired Alibi
Red-Haired Alibi as Lynn Monith
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Come on, Tarzan
Come on, Tarzan as Pat Riley
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1931
Stepping Out
Stepping Out as Madge Horton
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1930
Worldly Goods
Worldly Goods as Mary Thurston
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1929
Broadway
Broadway as Billie Moore
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1928
The Circus
The Circus as The Proprietor's Step-Daughter Merna, a Circus Rider