Pat Starling was an American actress who is best known for Deadline (1948), Rainbow Over the Rockies (1947), and Battling Marshal (1950). She was born on November 27, 1927, in Covington, Kentucky, USA, and passed away on January 18, 2006, in California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Pat Starling was born as Laverne Patsy McCartney. Details about her family life are not widely known, and much of her personal life remains private. She began her acting career in the 1940s and adopted the stage name Pat Starling during her rise in the film industry.
Career
Starling had a successful acting career in the mid-20th century, appearing in several notable films. She was recognized for her performances in westerns and musicals, showcasing her versatility as an actress. Some of her famous roles include a showgirl in multiple films and the character Ellen Miller in Rainbow Over the Rockies.
Death and Legacy
Pat Starling died on January 18, 2006, in California, USA. Her contributions to cinema, particularly in the 1940s and 1950s, have left a lasting impression. Though not as widely remembered today, her work in early film contributed to the richness of that era’s cinematic landscape.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Sunset Carson Rides Again | 1948-09-10 | Joan Carson |
| Battling Marshal | 1950-01-15 | Jane Turner (as Patricia Starling) |
| Deadline | 1948-03-12 | Martha Taylor |
| Fighting Mustang | 1948-02-20 | Helen Bennett (as Patricia Starling) |
| Heart of the Golden West | 1942-11-16 | Showgirl |
| Rainbow Over the Rockies | 1947-02-08 | Ellen Miller |
| Black Angel | 1946-08-02 | Tap Dancer (Uncredited) |
| The Singing Sheriff | 1944-09-01 | Showgirl |
| Arabian Nights | 1942-12-25 | Harem Girl (uncredited) |