Mary Brodel was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Sunset Murder Case, Down the Wyoming Trail, and Signing Off.
Personal and Family Life
Mary Brodel was born on September 27, 1916, in Detroit, Michigan. She had two sisters, Betty and Joan Leslie, who were also involved in the entertainment industry. Mary was the older sister of actress Joan Leslie, which made them a notable family in Hollywood.
Career
Mary Brodel had a brief career in acting, appearing in several films during the late 1930s and early 1940s. She was initially scheduled to star in the Universal feature Mad About Music (1938) but did not end up appearing in the film. Some of her notable roles include parts in Sunset Murder Case and Down the Wyoming Trail.
Death and Legacy
Mary Brodel passed away on June 3, 2015. Her contributions to early cinema, though limited, were part of a significant era in film history. She remains remembered as a part of a talented family that included her sister Joan Leslie.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Murder Case | 1938-11-11 | Jane Baird |
| Men with Wings | 1938-07-16 | Patricia Falconer at Age 17 |
| Thanks for the Memory | 1938-11-11 | Clara |
| The Story of Vernon and Irene Castle | 1939-03-29 | Irene’s Girlfriend (uncredited) |
| Down the Wyoming Trail | 1939-06-13 | Candy Parker |
| American Portrait | 1940-07-31 | Barbara |
| One Foot in Heaven | 1941-11-01 | Second Bride (uncredited) |
| The Male Animal | 1942-03-12 | Student (uncredited) |
| Nine Lives Are Not Enough | 1941-09-20 | Newspaper Receptionist (uncredited) |