Lucille Barkley was an American actress who is best known for The Desert Hawk, Flight to Mars, and The Big Clock. Born on November 3, 1924, in Ranshaw, Pennsylvania, USA, she passed away on March 19, 1979, in Vernon, Connecticut, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Lucille Barkley, originally named Lucy Oshinski, had a brief training at the American Academy of Dramatic Art. Before her acting career took off, she started performing with the Rochester Community Players, gaining experience in productions like “My Sister Eileen” and “Arsenic and Old Lace.”
Career
Barkley appeared in several films from the late 1940s into the 1950s. Some of her notable roles include playing Valerie Tillinghast in Bedtime for Bonzo and Terris in Flight to Mars. She also featured in a variety of other films, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Lucille Barkley died on March 19, 1979, in Vernon, Connecticut. Although her career was relatively short, she is remembered for her contributions to film, particularly in the mid-20th century. Her performances continue to be appreciated by classic film enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Bedtime for Bonzo | 1951-04-05 | Valerie Tillinghast |
| The Other Woman | 1954-12-02 | Mrs. Lucille Darman |
| Variety Girl | 1947-08-29 | Secretary (uncredited) |
| Prisoners of the Casbah | 1953-11-03 | Soura |
| Arizona Manhunt | 1951-09-14 | Clara Drummond |
| Peggy | 1950-07-01 | Contestant |
| The Desert Hawk | 1950-08-05 | Undine |
| The Big Clock | 1948-03-18 | Hatcheck Girl |
| Where There’s Life | 1947-11-21 | Salesgirl (uncredited) |
| A Connecticut Yankee in King Arthur’s Court | 1949-04-18 | Page Girl (uncredited) |
| Scene of the Crime | 1949-07-28 | Corinne (uncredited) |
| Trapped | 1949-09-27 | Betty Mason (uncredited) |
| Women’s Prison | 1955-02-01 | Inmate (uncredited) |
| Frenchie | 1950-12-25 | Dealer |
| Up Front | 1951-03-05 | Nurse Receptionist |
| Flight To Mars | 1951-11-11 | Terris |
| The Golden Horde | 1951-09-30 | Azalah (uncredited) |
| The Fat Man | 1951-05-19 | Lola Gordon |
| Angel Face | 1953-01-02 | Waitress (uncredited) |
| Four Star Playhouse | 1952-09-25 | Nancy Shaw |
| Four Star Playhouse | 1952-09-25 | Secretary |