Audrey Christie was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Splendor in the Grass, Carousel, and Mame. She had a successful career on both stage and screen, recognized for her talent and character portrayals.
Personal and Family Life
Born on June 27, 1912, in Chicago, Illinois, Audrey Christie was immersed in the performing arts from a young age. She attended acting and dancing lessons and started her career in vaudeville at just fifteen years old. Christie was married to Donald Briggs in September 1942, although details about their life together remain scarce.
Career
Christie originated the character “Miriam Aarons” in the Broadway production of Clare Boothe Luce’s play, The Women, and later appeared in various roles on stage and television. While she made few films, she gained recognition for portraying matronly and often haughty characters, frequently playing strict mothers or socialites. Throughout her career, Christie appeared in numerous television shows, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Audrey Christie passed away on December 19, 1989, in West Hollywood, California. Her contributions to the arts, particularly in theatre and television, left a lasting impact on audiences and her fellow performers. She is remembered for her remarkable performances and her ability to bring depth to every role she took on.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Keeper of the Flame | April 1, 1943 | Jane Harding |
| Carousel | February 16, 1956 | Mrs. Mullin |
| Splendor in the Grass | October 10, 1961 | Mrs. Loomis |
| Deadline – U.S.A. | March 14, 1952 | Mrs. Willebrandt |
| The Unsinkable Molly Brown | June 11, 1964 | Mrs. McGraw |
| Frankie and Johnny | March 31, 1966 | Peg |
| The Ballad of Josie | February 1, 1968 | Annabelle |
| The Streets of L.A. | November 13, 1979 | Mrs. Wellman |
| Mame | March 7, 1974 | Mrs. Upson |
| Harper Valley P.T.A. | July 2, 1978 | Flora Simpson Reilly |
| Harlow | May 14, 1965 | Thelma |
| Atomic Attack | May 19, 1954 | Mrs. Moore |
| Shirts/Skins | October 9, 1973 | Rose Axelrod |
| F. Scott Fitzgerald in Hollywood | December 17, 1975 | Helen (The Hostess) |
| Great Day | May 23, 1977 | Mrs. Graham |
| That Girl | September 8, 1966 | |
| Fair Exchange | September 21, 1962 | |
| Charlie’s Angels | September 22, 1976 | Maggie Cunningham |
| The Fugitive | September 17, 1963 | Nurse Verna Murdock |
| Honey West | September 17, 1965 | Lola Getz |
| Barney Miller | January 23, 1975 | Rose |
| Barney Miller | January 23, 1975 | Mrs. Kroner |
| Starsky & Hutch | September 10, 1975 | Ginger Evans |
| Police Woman | September 13, 1974 | Mamie |
| The Waltons | September 14, 1972 | Zelda Maynard |
| The Cara Williams Show | September 23, 1964 | Agnes |
| The Adventures of Ozzie and Harriet | October 3, 1952 | Barbara |
| Omnibus | November 9, 1952 | Miss Kingsley |
| Suspense | January 6, 1949 | |
| Kraft Television Theatre | May 7, 1947 |