Marian Jordan was an American actress best known for her role as Molly McGee on the radio show “Fibber McGee and Molly,” which she starred in alongside her husband, Jim Jordan. She was born Marian Irene Driscoll on April 15, 1898, in Peoria, Illinois.
Personal and Family Life
Marian was the daughter of a coal miner, Daniel Driscoll, and his wife, Anna. She began her acting career in the 1920s after a bet made by her brother-in-law encouraged her to join her husband in radio acting. Marian married her childhood sweetheart, Jim Jordan, on August 31, 1918, and they had two children named Kathryn and James.
Career
Her most significant success came during the golden age of American radio, where she charmed audiences as “Molly McGee.” The show “Fibber McGee and Molly,” which aired from 1935 to 1959, became a staple in American entertainment, leading to several movie roles based on her character. The couple’s work on the show earned them a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame and an induction into the Radio Hall of Fame in 1989.
Death and Legacy
Marian Jordan passed away on April 7, 1961, in Encino, California, due to cancer. Her legacy lives on through her contributions to radio comedy and her beloved character, which remains a significant part of American entertainment history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Heavenly Days | 1944-10-20 | Molly McGee |
| This Way Please | 1937-10-15 | Molly McGee |
| Here We Go Again | 1942-10-09 | Molly McGee |
| Look Who’s Laughing | 1941-11-21 | Molly McGee |
| The All-Star Bond Rally | 1945-05-10 | Molly McGee |
| The Movie Orgy | 1968-01-01 | Molly (archive footage) |
| The Great Radio Comedians | 1971-05-11 | Self (Archive footage) |
| Is Everybody Listening? | 1947-09-05 | Molly McGee |