Linda Leighton was an American actress who is best known for Brick Bradford, Impact, and The Haunted Mine. She was born on February 9, 1917, in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, USA, and passed away on December 26, 2005, in Monarch Beach, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Linda Leighton, whose birth name was Bertie Mae Johnson, married Joseph Thatcher Leighton on January 11, 1941. They were together until his death on May 22, 2005, and had three children. As a teenager, Linda won the Gateway to Hollywood contest in Texas, showcasing her talent early in life.
Career
Linda Leighton starred in the first national television soap opera, One Man’s Family, which premiered in 1949. She worked in various movies and television shows throughout her acting career, retiring in the 1960s. Her performances in films like Brick Bradford and Impact contributed to her recognition in the entertainment industry.
Death and Legacy
Linda Leighton died from congestive heart failure on December 26, 2005. Her contribution to film and television, particularly during the mid-20th century, has left a mark in the history of American cinema. She is fondly remembered for her roles and her pioneering work in early soap operas.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Impact | 1949-03-20 | Telephone Operator |
| Code of the Outlaw | 1942-01-30 | Sue Dayton |
| Brick Bradford | 1947-12-18 | June Salisbury |
| Jungle Goddess | 1948-08-13 | Helen Phillips |
| Strike Up the Band | 1940-09-27 | Student |
| Wild Horse Rustlers | 1943-02-12 | Ellen Walden |
| Cowboy Serenade | 1942-01-30 | Millie Jackson |
| The Sundown Kid | 1942-12-28 | Lynne Parsons |
| Bandits of Dark Canyon | 1947-12-15 | Joan Shaw |
| The Haunted Mine | 1946-03-02 | Jenny Durant |
| Where Danger Lives | 1950-11-16 | Airport Announcer (uncredited) |
| Armored Car Robbery | 1950-06-08 | Police Dispatcher (uncredited) |
| Mobs, Inc. | 1956-03-21 | Mary Higgins |
| The Alfred Hitchcock Hour | 1962-09-20 | Evie Wales |
| Behind Closed Doors | 1958-10-02 | Leona |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Sarah Thomas |
| Perry Mason | 1957-09-21 | Mrs. Hyatt |