Nadine Conner was an American actress who is best known for General Electric Theater, Omnibus, and Carmen. She had a successful career as an operatic soprano and performed with the Metropolitan Opera.
Personal and Family Life
Nadine Conner was born Evelyn Nadine Henderson on February 20, 1907, in Compton, California. She was married twice, first to a man named Conner, from whom she later adopted the last name as her stage name, and then to Laurance Hugh Heacock, with whom she had two children. They remained together until Heacock’s death in 1988.
Career
Conner began her singing career with the Metropolitan Opera in New York in December 1941, performing in 249 shows over 18 years. She had a notable role as Hansel in the first complete opera recorded by the company, Engelbert Humperdinck’s “Hansel und Gretel,” released in 1947. Her contributions to the opera field made her a well-respected figure in the world of classical music.
Death and Legacy
Nadine Conner passed away on March 1, 2003, in Los Alamitos, California, due to natural causes. Her legacy lives on through her impressive body of work both on stage and in film, highlighting her talents as both an actress and a soprano. She is remembered for her significant impact on the opera community and her contributions to American entertainment.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| General Electric Theater | Wife | 1955-1956 |
| The Stars Are Singing | Vocalist (uncredited) | 1953 |
| Omnibus | Mimi (segment) | 1953 |
| Carmen | Micaela | 1952 |
| Luxury Liner | Vocalist (uncredited) | 1948 |
| Blossoms in the Dust | Soloist in Opening Credits (uncredited) | 1941 |