Jeane Wood was an American actress who is best known for The Ten Commandments, A Life at Stake, and The Rifleman. Born on November 22, 1909, in Los Angeles, California, she left a mark in the film and television industry. She passed away on July 26, 1997, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Jeane Wood was the daughter of director Sam Wood and had an older sister, actress K.T. Stevens. She was married twice; her first marriage was to Joe Sawyer from 1930 to 1933, and her second was to John Hiestand from 1936 until their divorce in 1952, with whom she had one child. Through her family connections, she was also the ex-sister-in-law of actor Hugh Marlowe and the aunt to Chris and Jeffrey Marlowe.
Death and Legacy
Jeane Wood died on July 26, 1997, in Los Angeles, California, though the specific details of her passing have not been disclosed. Her contributions to film and television continue to be remembered, particularly for her roles in significant productions throughout the mid-20th century.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Life at Stake | 1955-03-01 | Mabel, the maid |
| The Sins of the Children | 1930-06-27 | Muriel Stokes |
| The Ten Commandments | 1956-10-05 | Slave / Hebrew at Crag and Corridor / Hebrew at Golden Calf |
| Sorority Girl | 1957-10-01 | Mrs. Fessenden |
| The Search for Bridey Murphy | 1956-10-01 | Kathleen Murphy (Uncredited) |
| Joe Dakota | 1957-10-27 | Bertha Jensen |
| Cimarron | 1960-12-01 | Clubwoman (uncredited) |
| The Fastest Gun Alive | 1956-07-12 | |
| The Twilight Zone | 1959-10-02 | Landlady (uncredited) |
| The Fugitive | 1963-09-17 | Manager |