Florence Rice was an American actor who is best known for her roles in “At the Circus,” “Navy Blue and Gold,” and “The Longest Night.” She gained popularity during the 1930s and is remembered for her charming performances in light-hearted comedies.
Personal and Family Life
Born on February 14, 1907, in Cleveland, Ohio, Florence Rice was the daughter of sports columnist Grantland Rice. She showed an early interest in acting and attended both grammar and boarding schools. Throughout her life, she was married four times, including to actor Robert Wilcox for a brief period.
Career
Florence Rice made her film debut in the mid-1930s and quickly became known for her work with MGM. She often starred alongside Robert Young in several films, showcasing her talent in light, witty roles. One of her most notable performances came in the Marx Brothers film “At the Circus,” where she played the role of Julie Randall.
Death and Legacy
Florence Rice passed away from lung cancer on February 23, 1974, while in Honolulu, Hawaii. Although she had a relatively short career in films, her contributions to the genre of comedy and musical films have left a lasting impression. Her performances remain a charming reminder of the era of classic Hollywood cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Double Wedding | 1937-10-15 | Irene Agnew |
| At the Circus | 1939-10-20 | Julie Randall |
| Girl in 313 | 1940-05-31 | Joan Matthews |
| Phantom Raiders | 1940-06-07 | Cora Barnes |
| The Boss of Big Town | 1942-12-07 | Linda Gregory |
| The Ghost and the Guest | 1943-04-19 | Jacqueline ‘Jackie’ DeLong / Frye |
| Father Takes a Wife | 1941-10-03 | Enid Osborne |
| Four Girls in White | 1939-01-27 | Norma Page |
| Under Cover of Night | 1937-01-08 | Deborah Reed |
| Stand Up and Fight | 1939-01-06 | Susan Griffith |
| Stand By All Networks | 1942-10-29 | Frances Prescott |
| Mr. District Attorney | 1941-03-27 | Terry Parker |
| Navy Blue and Gold | 1937-11-19 | Patricia ‘Pat’ Gates |
| Married Before Breakfast | 1937-06-18 | Kitty Brent |
| Doctors Don’t Tell | 1941-09-22 | Diana Wayne |
| Fast Company | 1938-07-05 | Garda Sloane |
| The Kid From Texas | 1939-04-14 | Margo Thomas |
| The Longest Night | 1936-10-02 | Joan Sutton |
| Panic on the Air | 1936-04-10 | Mary Connor |
| Sworn Enemy | 1936-09-11 | Margaret ‘Peg’ Gattle |
| The Best Man Wins | 1935-01-14 | Ann Barry |
| Borrowed Hero | 1941-12-05 | Ann Thompson |
| Riding on Air | 1937-06-18 | Betty Harrison |
| Miracles for Sale | 1939-08-10 | Judy Barclay |
| Beg, Borrow or Steal | 1937-12-03 | Joyce Steward |
| Paradise for Three | 1938-06-04 | Hilde Tobler |
| Women Are Trouble | 1936-07-31 | Ruth Nolan |
| Vacation from Love | 1938-09-29 | Patricia Lawson |
| Death Flies East | 1935-02-28 | Evelyn Vail |
| Under Pressure | 1935-02-02 | Pat Dodge |
| Man Of The People | 1937-01-27 | Abbey Reid |
| Broadway Melody of 1940 | 1940-02-09 | Amy Blake |
| The Blonde from Singapore | 1941-10-15 | Mary Brooks |
| Cherokee Strip | 1940-10-10 | Kate Cross |
| Little Accident | 1939-10-26 | Alice Pearson |
| Tramp, Tramp, Tramp! | 1942-04-02 | Pam Martin |
| Sweethearts | 1938-12-30 | Kay Jordan |
| Fugitive Lady | 1934-12-10 | Ann Duncan |
| Carnival | 1935-02-15 | Miss Holbrook |
| Hollywood Goes to Town | 1938-07-07 | Self |
| The Awakening of Jim Burke | 1935-05-18 | Tess Hardie |
| Hollywood on Parade No. B-1 | 1934-03-02 | |
| Let’s Get Tough | 1942-05-29 | Nora Stevens |
| Pride of the Marines | 1936-04-02 | Molly Malone |
| Blackmailer | 1936-07-23 | Joan Rankin |
| Escape from Devil’s Island | 1935-11-24 | Johanna Harrington |
| The Secret Seven | 1940-08-15 | Lola Hobbs |
| Guard That Girl | 1935-11-02 | Helen Bradford |