Eve McVeagh

Eve McVeagh was an American actress known for her roles in movies and television series including “High Noon,” “The Glass Web,” and “The Way West.” Her career spanned over four decades, showcasing her talent across various acting mediums.

Personal and Family Life

Eve McVeagh was born on July 15, 1919, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She began acting in her teens after moving to Los Angeles in 1923. Throughout her life, she had four marriages and four children: Paul Crawford Appleby, David Lawrence Cole, Shannon E Gordon, and Christine F Gordon. McVeagh was married to Clarke Gordon at the time of her passing, and she had nine grandchildren, including Dr. Paul Robert Appleby, a research scientist.

Career

Eve McVeagh had an extensive acting career, performing in films, television, stage, and radio. Her work included both leading and supporting roles, but she was well-recognized for her character roles. Known as a versatile and hard-working actress, McVeagh’s career spanned 41 years in film and 52 years in theater, making her a notable figure in the entertainment industry.

Death and Legacy

Eve McVeagh passed away on December 10, 1997, in Los Angeles due to cancer. She was remembered fondly by friends and family, with a memorial service hosted by actor Ed Begley Jr. attended by around 200 people. McVeagh’s contributions to film were honored by her membership in the Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences, celebrating her 33 years in the industry.

Filmography


Title Release Date Character
High Noon 1952-06-09 Mildred Fuller
The Way West 1967-05-24 Mrs. Masters
The Glass Web 1953-11-11 Viv
Crime and Punishment USA 1959-11-01 Mrs. Griggs
Tight Spot 1955-03-19 Clara Moran
The Cobweb 1955-06-07 Mrs. Shirley Irwin
The Daughters of Joshua Cabe 1972-09-13 Mother Superior
Murder by Natural Causes 1979-02-17 Helen Carrington
Three in the Attic 1968-12-20 Mrs. Clinton
The Liberation of L.B. Jones 1970-03-18 Miss Griggs
Creator 1985-09-20 Woman with Monkey
King Kong 1976-09-08 Reporter
The Graduate 1967-12-21 Mrs. Carlson (Party Guest) (uncredited)
Airwolf 1984-01-22 Annie
I Love Lucy 1951-10-15 Roberta