Vanessa Brown

Vanessa Brown

Deceased · Born: Mar 24, 1928 · Died: May 21, 1999

Personal Details

BornMar 24, 1928 Vienna, Austria
Spouse
  • Mark Sandrich Jr.

    ( Nov 29, 1959 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Dr. Robert Alan Franklyn

    ( Aug 15, 1950 to Oct 30, 1957 )
Parents
  • Nuchim Brind
  • Bluma Buttermann

Biography

Vanessa Brown, a luminary in the realm of radio entertainment, earned the moniker "Quiz Kid" due to her exceptional intellect and impressive performance skills, which propelled her to the forefront of the entertainment industry during the 1940s and 1950s. As a leading lady in both films and stage productions, Brown left an indelible mark on the world of show business, her talent and versatility captivating audiences across a wide range of genres and mediums.

Not only did Brown enjoy a remarkable stage career, but she also ventured into the world of cinema, taking on a variety of roles in films such as "Tarzan and the Slave Girl", which showcased her impressive range as a performer. Throughout her career, she had the privilege of collaborating with some of the most renowned talents in the industry, including the illustrious Katharine Hepburn, with whom she toured in a Theatre Guild production of Shakespeare's timeless classic, "As You Like It". This notable collaboration not only further solidified her reputation as a talented actress but also cemented her status as a protégée of the esteemed Katharine Hepburn, a true legend of the stage and screen.

Ernestine Gilbreth Brown, a renowned actress of her time, left an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape of the late 1940s and early 1950s, boasting a filmography that showcased her remarkable versatility and talent, featuring a diverse array of critically acclaimed titles that continue to be celebrated by audiences and critics alike.

Some of her most notable and enduring works from this period include the romantic drama "I've Always Loved You", the poignant and thought-provoking "The Late George Apley", the enchanting and whimsical "The Ghost and Mrs. Muir", the action-packed and thrilling "The Foxes of Harrow", the thought-provoking and emotionally charged "The Heiress", the gritty and intense "The Fighter", and the iconic and influential "The Bad and the Beautiful".

Career

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1977
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1976
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1971
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1967
Rosie!
Rosie! as Edith Shaw
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1954
Climax!
Climax! as Marie Bannerman
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1952
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1951
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1950
Three Husbands
Three Husbands as Mary Whittaker
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1949
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Big Jack
Big Jack as Patricia Mahoney
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The Secret of St. Ives
The Secret of St. Ives as Floria Gilchrist
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1947
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The Ghost and Mrs. Muir
The Ghost and Mrs. Muir as Anna Muir as an Adult
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The Late George Apley
The Late George Apley as Agnes Willing
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The Foxes of Harrow
The Foxes of Harrow as Aurore D'Arceneaux
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1946
I've Always Loved You
I've Always Loved You as Georgette 'Porgy' Sampter at 17
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Margie
Margie as Wanda (uncredited)
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1945
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1944
Youth Runs Wild
Youth Runs Wild as Sarah Taylor