Mona Bruns was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Shadow of the Cloak, The Brighter Day, and Mannix. She had a long and distinguished career in both theater and television.
Personal and Family Life
Born on November 26, 1899, in St. Louis, Missouri, Mona Bruns was married to Frank M. Thomas, with whom she had a son named Frankie Thomas. Both she and her husband lived to be 100 years old. Their family was close, and they often worked together in various productions.
Career
Mona began her career on Broadway in 1919 and became known as a character actress. She gained recognition for playing elderly women on popular television shows during the 1960s and 70s. Notably, she appeared in the Broadway play Wednesday’s Child in 1934, alongside her son, which led them to relocate to Los Angeles to further their acting careers.
Death and Legacy
Mona Bruns passed away on June 13, 2000, in Los Angeles, California. Her longevity in the industry and performances in television and theater have left a lasting impact. She is remembered for her contributions to entertainment and the many characters she portrayed over her long career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wednesday’s Child | 1934-10-26 | Nurse |
| The Loneliest Runner | 1976-12-20 | Cashier |
| Green Acres | 1965-09-15 | |
| Little House on the Prairie | 1974-09-11 | |
| My Favorite Martian | 1963-09-29 | |
| Another World | 1964-05-04 | |
| Dr. Kildare | 1961-09-27 | Landlady |
| Paradise Bay | 1965-09-27 | |
| Mannix | 1967-09-16 | |
| Hallmark Hall of Fame | 1951-12-24 | |
| Adam-12 | 1968-09-21 | Mrs. Britton |