Anne Kunde was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Hollywood Barn Dance, Mountain Justice, and The Yellow Ticket.
Personal and Family Life
Anne Kunde was born Anna Bock on July 10, 1895, in Franklin, Nebraska. She married Al Kunde, a tall and statuesque man, and they often appeared together in films that featured stereotypical hillbilly characters. Kunde’s natural look made her a favorite for roles that required a rural or country setting.
Career
Kunde’s acting career began in the 1920s, where she quickly became known for her voluptuous figure and charm. By the late 1940s, she started taking on more serious roles, such as prison matrons and caring mothers, gaining recognition for her depth as an actress. She also made a successful transition to television, appearing in shows like The Untouchables and Gunsmoke.
Death and Legacy
Anne Kunde passed away on June 14, 1960, in Los Angeles, California. Her death left a void in the hearts of film researchers and fans alike. Despite her passing, Kunde’s contributions to film continue to be remembered and celebrated, ensuring her legacy lives on through her memorable performances.
Filmography
Title
Release Date
Character
Hollywood Barn Dance
1947-06-21
Ma Tubb
Mountain Justice
1937-04-24
Townswoman at Carnival
The Flying Irishman
1939-04-07
Airplane Passenger
The Yellow Ticket
1931-10-30
Prison Matron
The Tall T
1957-04-02
Townswoman (uncredited)
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town
1936-04-09
Minor Role (uncredited)
The Man Who Knew Too Much
1956-05-16
Church Member (uncredited)
High Noon
1952-06-09
Townswoman (uncredited)
Brigham Young
1940-09-27
Mormon
The House of the Seven Gables
1940-04-12
Courtroom Spectator
Women Without Names
1940-03-14
Inmate
Life Begins at Forty
1935-03-22
Hog Caller
Around the World in Eighty Days
1956-10-17
Extra (uncredited)
Edge of Darkness
1943-04-09
Townswoman (uncredited)
Father of the Bride
1950-05-18
Woman in Dream Sequence (uncredited)
The Good Humor Man
1950-03-24
Woman (uncredited)
The Hard Man
1957-12-01
Townswoman (uncredited)
Something to Live For
1952-03-07
Cleaning Woman (uncredited)
The Tall Men
1955-09-22
Townswoman (uncredited)
Duel in the Sun
1946-12-31
Party Guest (uncredited)
A Man Alone
1955-10-17
Townswoman (uncredited)
The Raid
1954-08-04
Townswoman (uncredited)
Caged
1950-05-19
Inmate (uncredited)
The Egg and I
1947-05-01
Reveler at Country Dance (Uncredited)
The Oklahoma Kid
1939-03-11
Settler (uncredited)
Home from the Hill
1960-03-03
Party Guest (uncredited)
Li’l Abner
1959-12-11
Dogpatch Woman
Ride The High Iron
1956-12-01
Mourner (uncredited)
The Last Hurrah
1958-12-31
Mourner at Wake (uncredited)
Navajo Kid
1945-11-21
Townswoman (uncredited)
O. Henry’s Full House
1952-08-07
Yokel (segment “The Ransom of Red Chief”) (uncredited)
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