June Duprez was an American actor known for her roles in The Four Feathers, The Thief of Bagdad, and None But the Lonely Heart. Born on May 14, 1918, in Teddington, England, she later gained fame in both British and American cinema.
Personal and Family Life
June Duprez was born to Fred Duprez, an American actor, and Florence Isabelle Matthews, an Australian player. She had a brother named Hatton Duprez, who was also an actor. June’s passion for performing began at an early age, prompting her to join the Coventry Repertory Company where she gained valuable stage experience.
Career
June made her film debut in 1935 and quickly found success with several British films, including U-Boat 29 and The Thief of Bagdad. After marriage and initial encouragement from her first husband, she found herself in a tumultuous relationship that ended in divorce. Her career peaked as she transitioned to Hollywood during the 1940s, although she faced challenges that limited her opportunities in America.
Death and Legacy
June Duprez passed away on October 30, 1984, in London after a prolonged illness at the age of 66. She is remembered for her roles in classic films and for her contributions to both British and American cinema. Her life story remains a testament to the challenges and triumphs faced by actors in the early 20th century.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Four Feathers | 1939-04-20 | Ethne Burroughs |
| And Then There Were None | 1945-10-31 | Vera Claythorne |
| The Thief of Bagdad | 1940-02-19 | Princess |
| Calcutta | 1946-12-20 | Marina Tanev |
| The Lion Has Wings | 1939-11-03 | June |
| None But the Lonely Heart | 1944-10-17 | Ada Brantline |
| Little Tokyo, U.S.A. | 1942-07-08 | Teru |
| Tiger Fangs | 1943-09-10 | Linda MacCardle |
| The Brighton Strangler | 1945-05-10 | April Manby Carson |
| That Brennan Girl | 1946-12-23 | Natalie Brennan |
| The Spy in Black | 1939-08-03 | Anne Burnett |
| The Amateur Gentleman | 1936-04-26 | Bit Part (uncredited) |
| The Crimson Circle | 1936-08-10 | Sylvia Hammond |
| They Raid by Night | 1942-06-19 | Inga Beckering |
| The Cardinal | 1936-01-04 | Francesca Monterosa |
| Forever and a Day | 1943-01-21 | Julia Trimble-Pomfret |
| 1+1: Exploring The Kinsey Reports | 1961-08-23 | |
| Hedda Hopper’s Hollywood No. 6 | 1942-10-05 | |
| Don Winslow of the Coast Guard | 1943-04-06 | Tasmia |
| Robert Montgomery Presents | 1950-01-30 | Kathleen Moore |