Diana Decker was an American actress best known for her roles in Lolita, The Barefoot Contessa, and The Root of All Evil. She specialized in “dizzy” characters and was also recognized for her work in commercials, particularly for Pepsodent toothpaste.
Personal and Family Life
Diana Decker was born Isabella C D Decker on January 9, 1925, in New York City. When she was four years old, her family moved to Britain. She was married to Eden Landeryou from 1948 until his death in 1987.
Career Highlights
Throughout her career, Diana became well-known in the late 1940s for her radio work and has appeared in several films and TV commercials. She had a memorable catchphrase, “Irium, Miriam?” which contributed to her popularity during that time.
Death and Legacy
Diana Decker passed away on January 4, 2019, in London, England. She is remembered for her contributions to film and television, leaving a lasting impact, particularly in British entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Lolita | 1962-06-13 | Jean Farlow |
| Devils of Darkness | 1965-05-01 | Madeleine Braun |
| Saturday Island | 1952-03-20 | Mike |
| Fiddlers Three | 1944-10-01 | Lydia |
| Will Any Gentleman…? | 1953-08-25 | Angel |
| The Betrayal | 1957-01-01 | Janet Hillyer |
| The Root of All Evil | 1947-02-05 | Pam |
| When You Come Home | 1948-01-01 | Paula Ryngelbaum |
| A Yank in Ermine | 1955-01-01 | Gloria Peters |
| Is Your Honeymoon Really Necessary? | 1953-09-22 | Gillian Vining |
| The Barefoot Contessa | 1954-09-29 | Drunken Blonde |
| A Man’s Affair | 1949-01-01 | Sheila |
| It Started in Paradise | 1952-10-28 | Crystal Leroy |
| Monsieur Ripois | 1954-09-30 | Diana |