Grace Coppin was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Lost Boundaries, The Naked City, and So Young, So Bad. She had a successful career in theater, radio drama, and film.
Personal and Family Life
Grace Lynne Coppin was born on April 26, 1910, in Murray, Utah, to Ada M. and Thomas Coppin. She graduated from L.D.S. High School in Salt Lake City and moved to Los Angeles for her education at UCLA, where she achieved B.A. and M.A. degrees. In 1939, she married Byron McGrath, a prominent New York actor, and they had one child together.
Career
Grace had a flourishing career on Broadway and in radio. She performed in over 30 Broadway productions and appeared in several films. In the early 1950s, she briefly lived in Ecuador, where she taught English to local residents. Upon returning to Salt Lake City, she was actively involved in community theater and worked to support disadvantaged youth.
Death and Legacy
Grace Lynne Coppin McGrath passed away on April 7, 1993, at her home in Salt Lake City after a lengthy illness. A memorial service took place in July 1993, honoring her contributions to the arts and her charitable work in the community. She is remembered for her talents and her kindness in helping others.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| So Young, So Bad | 1950-05-20 | Mrs. Beuhler |
| Lost Boundaries | 1949-07-02 | Mrs. Mitchell |
| The Naked City | 1948-03-04 | Miss Livingston (Uncredited) |