Gay Seabrook was an American actress best known for her roles in Bedtime Worries, Wild Poses, and What a Bozo!. Born on April 4, 1901, in Seattle, Washington, she left a mark on the entertainment industry before passing away on April 18, 1970, in Bedford Hills, New York.
Personal and Family Life
Gay Seabrook was born Gladys Johnson and was a talented performer. She teamed up with Emerson Treacy to create “Treacy and Seabrook,” a popular comedy duo in the early 1930s, reminiscent of Burns and Allen. They gained fame for their routines on radio and in theaters.
Career Highlights
Seabrook was widely recognized for providing the voice of Sniffles, a cartoon character, until 1941. She and Treacy are particularly remembered for portraying Spanky’s parents in two “Our Gang” shorts, Wild Poses and Bedtime Worries, which remain beloved classics among fans.
Death and Legacy
Gay Seabrook passed away on April 18, 1970. Her contributions to the entertainment industry, especially in radio and early film comedies, left a lasting impression. She is remembered for her unique talents and her roles that brought joy to many viewers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Bedtime Worries | 1933-09-08 | Gay Treacy |
| Hasty Marriage | 1931-12-16 | Kitty |
| Escort Girl | 1941-11-04 | Maizie (uncredited) |
| Ten Laps to Go | 1936-12-05 | Dancer |
| Corsair | 1931-11-28 | Susie Grenoble |
| She Learned About Sailors | 1934-06-28 | Stenographer |
| Desirable | 1934-09-08 | Cousin Charlotte |
| Strictly Personal | 1933-03-17 | Giggles (uncredited) |
| The Long Shot | 1939-01-06 | Helen Knox |
| Sniffles and the Bookworm | 1939-12-01 | Various (voice) (uncredited) |
| Diamond Jim | 1935-09-01 | Nurse |
| Wild Poses | 1933-10-28 | Gay Treacy (Spanky’s Mom) |
| Big Hearted Herbert | 1934-10-06 | Miss Plunket – Herbert’s Secretary (uncredited) |
| Half a Sinner | 1934-06-01 | Louella |
| Romance in the Rain | 1934-08-13 | Gloria |
| What a Bozo! | 1931-11-07 | Gay |
| Only Yesterday | 1933-11-01 | Toodie (Uncredited) |
| The Egg Collector | 1940-07-20 | Various (voice) (uncredited) |
| Ex-Lady | 1933-05-15 | Miss Seymour (uncredited) |
| Imitation of Life | 1934-11-23 | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| Embarrassing Moments | 1934-09-01 | Miss Dodd |
| Under The Cock-eyed Moon | 1930-12-26 | Ivy Vine |
| Racketeers of the Range | 1939-05-26 | Penny Jones |
| The Higgins Family | 1938-03-28 | Lydia Amesworth |
| Keyhole Katie | 1933-01-15 | Keyhole Katie |