Louise Lewis was an American actress who is best known for I Was a Teenage Werewolf, Blood of Dracula, and Ben Casey. Born on October 18, 1914, in Council Bluffs, Iowa, she made a significant mark in film and television throughout her career. She passed away on September 11, 1996, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Louise Lewis was married three times. She was first married to Jerome Bernard Rosenthal from 1938 to 1942 and had one child with him. Then, she married the famous comedian Jerry D. Lewis from 1947 until their divorce in 1970, and they had two children together. Later in life, she married Robert H. Harris. Besides her acting career, her son Richard N. Lewis is involved in management for Richard Lewis Management.
Death and Legacy
Louise Lewis died on September 11, 1996, in Los Angeles, California. She left behind a legacy in the film industry, having taken part in numerous notable projects during her career. In addition to her work as an actress, she faced challenges, including being blacklisted in the 1950s on accusations of being a communist.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Blood of Dracula | 1957-11-01 | Miss Branding |
| The Perfect Bride | 1991-06-26 | Agnes Cunningham |
| The Vampire | 1957-06-14 | Mrs. Miller (uncredited) |
| I Was a Teenage Werewolf | 1957-06-19 | Principal Ferguson |
| Ziegfeld: The Man and His Women | 1978-05-21 | Wardrobe Woman |
| Vault of Horror I | 1994-07-02 | Woman |
| Opening Night | 1977-12-22 | Kelly (as Louise Fitch) |
| The Miracle of Kathy Miller | 1981-10-05 | Desk Nurse |
| Airwolf | 1984-01-22 | Sally |
| V | 1984-10-26 | Shop Customer |
| Columbo | 1971-09-15 | Mrs. Gompertz |
| Leave It to Beaver | 1957-10-04 | Miss Higgins |
| Tales from the Crypt | 1989-06-10 | Woman |