Mary Healy was an American actress, best known for her roles in “The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T,” “Lookin’ to Get Out,” and “20,000 Men a Year.” Born on April 14, 1918, in New Orleans, Louisiana, she made significant contributions to film and television throughout her career.
Personal and Family Life
Mary Healy married Peter Lind Hayes on December 17, 1940, and they remained together until his passing in 1998. The couple had two children, Cathy and Peter Michael. Healy and Hayes often worked together, becoming a popular comedy duo during the early years of television.
Career Highlights
Healy began her acting career on Broadway in 1942 and appeared in several productions, including “Count Me In” and Orson Welles’ “Around the World.” She gained fame on TV through shows like “Inside U.S.A. with Chevrolet” and “Peter Loves Mary.” The couple’s entertaining style meshed well with the humor of the era, and they often performed in Las Vegas, matching the energy of the nightclub scene.
Death and Legacy
Mary Healy passed away on February 3, 2015, in Calabasas, California, due to natural causes. She left a lasting legacy through her roles in film and television, and her contributions to entertainment, particularly as part of the Healy and Hayes duo, remain well-remembered.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The 5,000 Fingers of Dr. T. | 1953-06-19 | Heloise Collins |
| Second Fiddle | 1939-06-30 | Jean Varick |
| Hard Guy | 1941-10-17 | Julie Cavanaugh |
| He Married His Wife | 1940-01-19 | Doris |
| Star Dust | 1940-04-06 | Mary Andrews |
| 20,000 Men a Year | 1939-10-26 | Joan Marshall |
| Lookin’ to Get Out | 1982-10-08 | Tourist at Registration Desk |
| Miracle On 34th Street | 1959-11-27 | Doris Walker |
| Agatha Christie’s Poirot | 1989-01-08 | Beryl Chapman |
| Peter Loves Mary | 1960-10-12 | Mary Lindsey |
| Pollyanna | 1973-10-07 | Mrs. Payton |