Claire Carleton was an American actress known for her roles in The Mickey Rooney Show, Death of a Salesman, and Alfred Hitchcock Presents. She was born Clara Marie Clough on September 28, 1913, in Brooklyn, New York, and passed away on December 11, 1979, in Northridge, California.
Personal and Family Life
Claire was married twice, first to Walter Lewis Beadle from 1934 to 1938, then to Fred Sherman from 1944 until his death in 1969. She was the daughter of George M. Carleton and Marie Zeiner. Throughout her life, she maintained her career in acting, performing on Broadway and in numerous films and television shows.
Career
Claire was a well-known supporting actress, often portraying characters with streetwise or wisecracking personalities. Her career spanned from 1932 to 1950 on Broadway, and she also appeared in comedic shorts alongside The Three Stooges. She is remembered for her talents in both theater and film, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Claire Carleton died from cancer at the age of 66. She is buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Los Angeles, California. As a lifelong Democrat, she was also known for her strong beliefs even outside her acting career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Born Yesterday | 1950-12-26 | Helen |
| It’s a Great Feeling | 1949-08-01 | Grace |
| The Black Sleep | 1956-06-15 | Carmona Daly |
| A Double Life | 1947-12-25 | Waitress |
| Accused of Murder | 1956-12-21 | Marge Harris |
| Ruthless | 1948-04-16 | Bella |
| Witness to Murder | 1954-04-15 | May – Mental Patient |
| A Close Call for Boston Blackie | 1946-01-24 | Mamie Kirwin |
| Gildersleeve on Broadway | 1943-10-28 | Francine Gray |
| Crime Doctor’s Man Hunt | 1946-10-24 | Ruby Farrell |