Gale Page was an American actress best known for her roles in Four Daughters, Knute Rockne All American, and They Drive by Night. Born as Sally Perkins Rutter, she became a notable figure in Hollywood during the late 1930s and 1940s.
Personal and Family Life
Gale Page was born on July 23, 1913, in Spokane, Washington, into a politically active family. Her uncle was U.S. Senator Miles Poindexter, and her great-grandfather was Joseph Gale, the first governor of Oregon. She first got into acting as a radio actress and singer before transitioning to film.
Career Highlights
After signing with Warner Bros in 1938, Gale adopted her stage name and began appearing in films. She gained prominence for her role as Emma Lemp in the classic film Four Daughters and its sequels. Throughout her career, she appeared in 16 films, including notable works like You Can’t Get Away with Murder and The Time of Your Life, before transitioning away from the screen for family life.
Death and Legacy
Gale Page passed away on January 8, 1983, in Santa Monica, California, due to lung cancer. She left behind a legacy as a talented actress who captured the hearts of many during her brief but impactful career in film. Her performances in beloved films continue to be remembered today.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Knute Rockne All American | 1940-10-05 | Bonnie Skiles Rockne |
| They Drive by Night | 1940-07-26 | Pearl Fabrini |
| The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | 1938-07-20 | Nurse Randolph |
| Four Daughters | 1938-08-09 | Emma Lemp |
| Crime School | 1938-05-10 | Sue Warren |
| You Can’t Get Away with Murder | 1939-03-23 | Madge Stone |
| Four Wives | 1939-12-22 | Emma Lemp Talbot |
| Four Mothers | 1941-01-04 | Emma Lemp Talbot |
| Daughters Courageous | 1939-06-23 | Cora Masters |
| Anna Lucasta | 1949-07-11 | Katie |
| Heart of the North | 1938-12-10 | Elizabeth Spaulding |
| Naughty But Nice | 1939-06-23 | Linda McKay |
| Indianapolis Speedway | 1939-08-05 | Lee Mason |
| The Time of Your Life | 1948-09-03 | Mary |
| A Child Is Born | 1939-12-07 | Miss Bowers |