Dee Turnell was an American actress known for her roles in Brigadoon, Words and Music, and Copacabana. Born on November 27, 1925, in Illinois, she was a talented performer who made her mark in many MGM musicals.
Personal and Family Life
Dee Turnell was married to Jerry Thorpe, the son of noted director Richard Thorpe, on March 4, 1951. The couple eventually divorced in 1972. After her acting career, she became a socialite in Florida, adopting the name Dee Turnell Thorpe.
Death and Legacy
Dee Turnell passed away in 2007 in the USA after battling cancer. Her contributions to musical films have left a lasting impression on the genre, and she is remembered for her vibrant performances.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Brigadoon | 1954-09-08 | Ann |
| Words and Music | 1948-12-31 | Dee Turnell |
| Copacabana | 1947-05-30 | Copa Girl |
| The Opposite Sex | 1956-11-15 | Showgirl (uncredited) |
| Singin’ in the Rain | 1952-04-09 | ‘Miss July’ in ‘Beautiful Girl’ segment (uncredited) |
| The Bad and the Beautiful | 1952-12-25 | Linda Ronley (uncredited) |
| An American in Paris | 1951-09-26 | Fury (uncredited) |
| The Pirate | 1948-06-11 | Luisa (uncredited) |