Jocelyn Brando was an American actress who is best known for her roles in The Big Heat, Mommie Dearest, and The Ugly American. She was also the older sister of the famous actor Marlon Brando.
Personal and Family Life
Jocelyn Brando was born on November 18, 1919, in San Francisco, California. She grew up on a farm in Illinois with her brother Marlon, who later became a well-known actor. She had a challenging childhood, as both of her parents struggled with alcoholism. Jocelyn had two sons from her marriages and remained close to her brother throughout their lives.
Career
Jocelyn began her acting career in community theater and made her Broadway debut shortly after her 22nd birthday. Although her early plays were not successful, she gained recognition in the hit play Mister Roberts in 1948. She is remembered for her role as Katie Bannion in the classic film The Big Heat. Jocelyn also had a successful television career, appearing in various shows from the 1940s through the 1980s.
Death and Legacy
Jocelyn Brando passed away from natural causes on November 27, 2005, in Santa Monica, California, just days after her 86th birthday. Her dedication to her family and her support for her brother Marlon during his life left a lasting impact on those who knew her. While her film career did not reach the heights many expected, she is remembered for her contributions to theater and television.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Dark Night of the Scarecrow | 1981-10-24 | Mrs. Ritter |
| The Chase | 1966-02-18 | Mrs. Briggs |
| Nightfall | 1956-11-09 | Laura Fraser |
| The Big Heat | 1953-10-14 | Katie Bannion |
| Starflight: The Plane That Couldn’t Land | 1983-02-27 | Mrs. Harvey |
| Mommie Dearest | 1981-09-16 | Barbara Bennett |
| Ten Wanted Men | 1955-02-01 | Corinne Michaels |
| The Ugly American | 1963-04-02 | Emma Atkins |
| Step Down to Terror | 1958-09-01 | Lily |
| Good Luck, Miss Wyckoff | 1979-04-13 | Mrs. Hemmings |
| Bus Riley’s Back in Town | 1965-03-24 | Mrs. Riley |
| China Venture | 1953-09-07 | Lt. Ellen Wilkins |
| Movie Movie | 1978-11-01 | Mama Popchik / Mrs. Updike |
| The Explosive Generation | 1961-10-19 | Mrs. Ryker |
| A Question of Love | 1978-11-26 | Mrs. Hunnicutt |
| Combat Fatigue Irritability | 1945-01-01 | Sue |
| Why Would I Lie? | 1980-08-10 | Mrs. Crumpe |