Lillian Culver was an American actress who is best known for her roles in My Favorite Martian, Hazel, and The Andy Griffith Show.
Personal and Family Life
Lillian Culver, born Lillian Roberts on March 23, 1896, in Loveland, Colorado, came from a family with notable historical roots. She married Harry Hazel Culver, the founder of Culver City, California, on June 11, 1916, and they had one daughter named Patricia, born in August 1917. Patricia sadly passed away in December 2001, just a few years after her mother.
Career
Lillian began her career as an aspiring actress during the silent film era but paused her acting pursuits after marrying Harry. After her husband’s death in 1946, she made a return to the entertainment industry, taking on small speaking roles in movies and appearing in various television shows.
Death and Legacy
Lillian Culver passed away on September 23, 1999, in Los Angeles, California, due to natural causes. Her long life spanned over a century, during which she left a mark on early television and film with her memorable performances. She is also noted to be a distant cousin of actor Brad Pitt.
Filmography
| Title | Type | Year |
|---|---|---|
| My Favorite Martian | TV Series | 1964–1965 |
| Hazel | TV Series | 1964 |
| The Andy Griffith Show | TV Series | 1960 |
| Mr. Smith Goes to Washington | TV Series | 1963 |
| Dennis the Menace | TV Series | 1959–1963 |
| Blue Hawaii | Film | 1961 |
| Rome Adventure | Film | 1962 |
| Critic’s Choice | Film | 1963 |