Eda Reiss Merin was an American actress who is best known for Ghostbusters, Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead, and The Black Cauldron. She was born as Clare Helen Hershman on July 31, 1913, in New York City, New York, and passed away on March 31, 1998, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Eda was married to Sam Merin, and together they had one child, Jennifer Merin. Throughout her life, she balanced her acting career with her family responsibilities. There isn’t much detailed information about her personal life available.
Career
Merin had a varied career in film and television, appearing in several popular movies and TV shows. Her notable roles include characters in Ghostbusters and The Black Cauldron, showcasing her versatility as an actress. She often played supporting roles, contributing significantly to the projects she was part of.
Death and Legacy
Eda Reiss Merin died on March 31, 1998. She left behind a legacy as a talented actress, with her work continuing to be appreciated by film and television audiences. Her contributions to the entertainment industry have made her a memorable figure in numerous classic films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Ghostbusters | 1984-06-08 | Louis’s Neighbor |
| The Black Cauldron | 1985-07-24 | Orddu (voice) |
| Don’t Tell Mom the Babysitter’s Dead | 1991-06-07 | Mrs. Sturak |
| For Better or Worse | 1995-03-19 | Rose |
| The Prince of Central Park | 1977-06-17 | Alice |
| Don’t Bother to Knock | 1952-07-18 | Maid (uncredited) |
| Where the Sidewalk Ends | 1950-07-07 | Mrs. Shirley Klein (uncredited) |
| Leben des Galilei | 1947-10-19 | Mrs. Sarti |
| A Rose for Emily | 1983-10-01 | Cousin II |
| No Way Out | 1950-08-16 | Nurse (uncredited) |
| Sex, Shock & Censorship in the 90’s | 1993-09-09 | |
| Girls of the White Orchid | 1983-11-28 | Mrs. Powers |
| First, You Cry | 1978-11-08 | Saleswoman |
| National Lampoon’s Last Resort | 1994-04-29 | Ida |
| War and Love | 1985-09-13 | Masha |
| Enormous Changes at the Last Minute | 1983-01-01 | Ma |
| Hester Street | 1975-10-19 | Rabbi’s Wife |
| A Piano for Mrs. Cimino | 1982-02-03 | Mary Gatlin |
| Flying Leathernecks | 1951-08-28 | |
| Man On A Bus | 1955-05-01 | Social worker |
| To Be or Not to Be | 1983-12-16 | Frightened Jewish Woman |
| Once Upon a Halloween | 2005-09-26 | Orddu |
| The Frisco Kid | 1979-07-06 | Mrs. Bender |
| Knock on Any Door | 1949-02-22 | Reporter (uncredited) |
| Lili | 1953-03-10 | Fruit peddler (uncredited) |
| Turner & Hooch | 1989-07-28 | Mrs. Remington |
| House | 1985-12-06 | Mrs. Jones |
| The Fresh Prince of Bel-Air | 1990-09-10 | Mrs. Sweeting |
| ER | 1994-09-19 | Mrs. Heizer |
| Amazing Stories | 1985-09-29 | Dora |
| Night Court | 1984-01-04 | Gertrude Stuckey |
| Family Ties | 1982-09-22 | Woman at Airport |
| Sydney | 1990-03-12 | |
| Dear John | 1988-10-06 | Patient |
| Dear John | 1988-10-06 | Mrs. Spencer |
| Code Red | 1981-09-20 | |
| Misfits of Science | 1985-10-04 | Erma |