Mary Jane Higby was an American actress best known for her roles in radio soap operas and films such as The Honeymoon Killers and Mary Cassatt: Impressionist From Philadelphia.
Personal and Family Life
Born on June 29, 1915, in St. Louis, Missouri, Mary Jane Higby was raised in Hollywood by her father, silent film actor Wilbur Higby, and her mother, who worked in real estate. She had a passion for acting that led her to become a prominent figure in radio during the 1930s.
Career
Mary Jane worked on many network radio shows in Hollywood throughout the 1930s before moving to New York. In New York, she appeared in nearly 50 soap operas, most notably starring in ‘When a Girl Marries’ for 18 years, which attracted an audience of 7 million listeners at its peak.
Death and Legacy
Mary Jane Higby passed away on February 1, 1986, in New York City, New York. Her contributions to the world of radio and her performances in film left a lasting impact on her audiences and the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Honeymoon Killers | 1970-02-04 | Janet |
| Mary Cassatt: Impressionist From Philadelphia | 1977-01-01 | Women’s Voices (voice) |