Gladys Blake was an American actress known for her roles in “Woman of the Year,” “Scared to Death,” and “Bewitched.”
Personal and Family Life
Gladys Blake was born as Gladys Timmons on January 12, 1910, in Luray, Virginia. She left home at the young age of 14 to perform with a stock company in Pennsylvania and eventually created a vaudeville act with Lee Gresham called “Gresham and Blake.” The duo became popular and went on to perform in Hollywood, where Gladys caught the attention of a film agent. She later married Lee Gresham, her partner in both personal and professional life.
Career
Gladys Blake began her career in vaudeville before moving on to film. After several small roles at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer, she gained recognition for her part in the movie “Lucky Night.” Throughout her career, she showcased her talents as an actress, singer, comedienne, and dancer, appearing in various films and television shows from the 1930s to 1950s.
Death and Legacy
Gladys Blake passed away on May 21, 1983, in Sacramento, California. Her contributions to the world of entertainment are remembered, especially her roles that showcased her comedic and performing abilities. Over her career, she left a lasting impact on both film and vaudeville.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Woman of the Year | 1942-02-05 | Flo Peters |
| Scared to Death | 1947-02-01 | Lilly Beth |
| Bewitched | 1945-07-04 | Glenda |
| Phantom of the Opera | 1943-08-12 | Jeanne |
| Career Girl | 1944-01-11 | Janie Woods |
| Lucky Night | 1939-05-05 | Blackie |
| Racing Blood | 1936-11-14 | Phyllis Reynolds |
| Rockin’ in the Rockies | 1945-04-17 | Betty Vale |
| Love in September | 1936-03-06 | |
| The People Vs. Dr. Kildare | 1941-05-02 | Maisie |