Jane Jones was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Alexander’s Ragtime Band, Port of Missing Girls, and Slave Ship.
Personal and Family Life
Jane Jones was born on March 27, 1889, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. She had a career in entertainment, showcasing her talent as both an actress and a singer in the 1930s. While there isn’t much publicly known about her family life, her contributions to the film industry during this era were significant, especially in musical productions.
Death and Legacy
Jane Jones passed away on January 28, 1962, in Los Angeles, California. Her work in Hollywood films, particularly in barroom ballads, left a lasting impact on musical cinema of the time. She is remembered for her unique vocal performances that added charm to the films she starred in.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1947 | Night Song | Mamie |
| 1945 | Incendiary Blonde | Specialty Singer (uncredited) |
| 1945 | Nob Hill | Ruby (uncredited) |
| 1942 | Wild Bill Hickok Rides | Casino Singer (uncredited) |
| 1939 | The Roaring Twenties | Singing Trio Member (uncredited) |
| 1939 | East Side of Heaven | Mrs. Kelly – Singing Cook |
| 1938 | Alexander’s Ragtime Band | Trio Member |
| 1938 | Port of Missing Girls | Minnie |
| 1937 | Slave Ship | Ma Belcher |
| 1935 | Barbary Coast | Saloon Trio Singer (uncredited) |
| 1935 | Hayseed Romance | Molly’s Aunt |
| 1932 | One Way Passage | Singer ‘If I Had My Way’ (uncredited) |