Jayne Shadduck was an American actress who is best known for The Pied Piper, The Pet Store, and Mickey’s Circus. She was born on July 1, 1915, in Walla Walla, Washington, USA, and passed away on May 29, 1993, in Honolulu, Hawaii, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Jayne Shadduck was one of the pioneering female pilots in the United States, flying a six-passenger plane from Detroit to New York, which earned her a feature in Life magazine. She was born into a relatively affluent family; her father was a general director of an automobile sales salon. Throughout her life, Jayne was married three times: to Jack Kirkland, Henry J. (Bob) Topping, and Richard Durant.
Death and Legacy
Jayne Shadduck died of natural causes on May 29, 1993, in Honolulu, Hawaii. Her contributions to both the film industry and aviation serve as an inspiration for many. She is remembered not only for her acting career but also for breaking barriers for women in aviation.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| 42nd Street | 1933-03-11 | Chorus Girl (uncredited) |
| The Little Giant | 1933-05-20 | Society Girl (uncredited) |
| Gold Diggers of 1933 | 1933-05-27 | Gold Digger (uncredited) |
| The Lost Chick | 1935-03-09 | Chicks (voice) (uncredited) |
| Mickey’s Steam Roller | 1934-06-16 | Mickey’s Nephews (voice) (uncredited) |
| Merbabies | 1938-12-09 | Merbabies (voice) |