Joan Alexander

Joan Alexander was an American actress who is best known for her work in “The New Adventures of Superman,” “The Superman/Aquaman Hour of Adventure,” and “The Tales of Hoffmann.” Born on April 16, 1915, in St. Paul, Minnesota, she garnered renown for her voice role as Lois Lane in various animated Superman productions.

Personal and Family Life

Joan Alexander, originally named Louise Abrass, had a diverse personal life marked by three marriages. She had three children with her third husband, Arthur Stanton, and one child from her previous marriage to Dr. Robert P. Crowley. Joan initially pursued modeling before transitioning to acting, inspired by her studies under the Yiddish theatre director Benno Schneider.

Career and Impact

In addition to her notable voice work, Alexander was recognized for her involvement in television shows, such as “What’s My Line?” and “The Name’s the Same.” Her contributions to the Superman franchise significantly impacted the character of Lois Lane, bringing her to life for many fans during the 1940s and beyond. She continued to engage with her artistic interests while raising her family.

Death and Legacy

Joan Alexander passed away on May 21, 2009, in New York City due to an intestinal ailment. Her legacy lives on through her memorable performances and influence on the iconic character of Lois Lane. Despite challenges later in life, including a legal dispute involving her finances, she remained a beloved figure in the entertainment industry.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Japoteurs 1942-09-18 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The Mechanical Monsters 1941-11-28 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Billion Dollar Limited 1942-01-09 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The Bulleteers 1942-03-27 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The Arctic Giant 1942-02-27 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Volcano 1942-07-10 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Electric Earthquake 1942-05-15 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Terror on the Midway 1942-08-30 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Secret Agent 1943-07-30 Secret Agent (voice) (uncredited)
Showdown 1942-10-16 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The Underground World 1943-06-18 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Jungle Drums 1943-03-26 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Eleventh Hour 1942-11-20 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Destruction Inc. 1942-12-25 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The Mummy Strikes 1943-02-19 Lois Lane / Jane Hogan (voice) (uncredited)
Superman 1941-09-26 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
Max Fleischer’s Superman 1941-1942 2009-04-07 Lois Lane (voice) (archive sound)
The Magnetic Telescope 1942-04-24 Lois Lane (voice) (uncredited)
The New Adventures of Superman 1966-09-10 Lois Lane (voice)
The Name’s the Same 1951-12-05 Panelist
What’s My Line? 1950-02-02 Self – Panelist