Doro Merande was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Our Town,” “The Snake Pit,” and “Kiss Me, Stupid.”
Personal and Family Life
Doro Merande, born Dora Matthews, was orphaned as a child and grew up in various boarding schools. She had a passion for acting, which led her to New York after completing her education. She preferred theater over film, participating in more than 25 Broadway plays throughout her career.
Career
Doro began her career in the early 1930s, initially using her real name before adopting the stage name Doro Merande. She made a significant impact on Broadway, particularly with her role as Mrs. Soames in “Our Town,” which opened doors to Hollywood. After her film debut, she continued to return to Broadway and enjoyed a successful career with many memorable performances.
Death and Legacy
Doro Merande passed away on November 1, 1975, in Miami, Florida, after suffering a stroke. At the time of her death, she was 83 years old. Her contributions to both stage and film have left a lasting impression on audiences, showcasing her talent as a delightful character actress.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Gazebo | 1960-01-15 | Matilda |
| Our Town | 1940-05-24 | Mrs. Soames |
| Skidoo | 1968-12-19 | The Mayor |
| Mr. Belvedere Rings the Bell | 1951-08-01 | Mrs. Hammer |
| Hurry Sundown | 1967-02-09 | Ada Hemmings |
| State Fair | 1933-02-10 | Mrs. Metcalfe’s Acquaintance at Food Contest (Uncredited) |
| Kiss Me, Stupid | 1964-12-22 | Mrs. Pettibone |
| The Cardinal | 1963-12-12 | Picket |
| Strictly Personal | 1933-03-17 | Club Member |
| The Front Page | 1974-11-01 | Jennie |
| Cover Up | 1949-02-25 | Hilda |
| The Snake Pit | 1948-11-04 | Asylum Patient (uncredited) |
| The Seven Year Itch | 1955-06-03 | Waitress at Vegetarian Restaurant (uncredited) |
| Wayward | 1932-02-19 | Maid (uncredited) |
| Bad Boy | 1935-10-25 | Mrs. Jackson |
| Making It | 1971-03-21 | Librarian |
| Navy Wife | 1935-09-17 | Nurse Sharpe |
| The Whistle at Eaton Falls | 1951-08-02 | Miss Pringle |
| The Man with the Golden Arm | 1955-12-26 | Vi |
| The Russians Are Coming! The Russians Are Coming! | 1966-05-25 | Muriel Everett |
| Personal Maid | 1931-09-12 | Mrs. Wurtz’s Maid (uncredited) |
| Change of Habit | 1969-11-10 | Rose |
| Bondage | 1933-04-22 | Boarding House Matron (uncredited) |
| Moonlight and Pretzels | 1933-08-01 | |
| Alfred Hitchcock Presents | 1955-10-02 | Mrs. Herman |
| Bringing Up Buddy | 1960-10-10 | Aunt Iris Flower |
| Omnibus | 1952-11-09 | |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 | Sadie |
| Sam Benedict | 1962-09-15 | |
| Thriller | 1960-09-13 | Melba Pennaroyd |
| The New Breed | 1961-10-03 | Miss Stewart |
| Tales of Tomorrow | 1951-08-03 |