Patricia Alphin was an American actor who is best known for her roles in films during the 1940s. She appeared in movies such as “Larceny,” “Ma and Pa Kettle,” and “White Tie and Tails.”
Personal and Family Life
Born on June 7, 1926, in Arizona, Patricia grew up in Burbank, California, as the daughter of a sound engineer. She was known as “Peaches” and was one of three siblings. Peaches started her career in modeling and participated in beauty pageants before moving into acting. In 1949, she married John “Jack” Moorman, and they raised two children together before divorcing in the mid-70s.
Later Years
After her acting career, Patricia, known as “Peaches Moorman,” moved to Oregon in 2006. She spent her later years exploring her interests in dance, art, and history. Although she did not achieve significant fame in Hollywood, she enjoyed a fulfilling life away from the spotlight.
Death and Legacy
Patricia Alphin passed away on February 3, 2020, in Newberg, Oregon, under undisclosed circumstances. Her legacy as a glamorous figure from the 1940s and her contributions to the film industry continue to be remembered by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Larceny | 1948-09-03 | Waitress |
| Ma and Pa Kettle | 1949-04-01 | Secretary |
| Buck Privates Come Home | 1947-04-04 | Young Girl (uncredited) |
| White Tie and Tails | 1946-08-30 | Cynthia Bradford |
| Letter from an Unknown Woman | 1948-04-28 | Pretty Girl (uncredited) |
| Tangier | 1946-06-06 | Minor Role (as Pat Alphin) |
| Johnny Stool Pigeon | 1949-04-20 | McCandle’s Secretary (uncredited) |
| The Web | 1947-06-04 | Secretary |
| Idea Girl | 1946-02-08 | Messenger Girl |
| Night in Paradise | 1946-05-03 | Palace Maiden |
| Inside Job | 1946-06-14 | Office Girl |
| Lover Come Back | 1946-06-21 | Receptionist |
| The Mysterious Mr. M | 1946-07-23 | Ms. Buckley |
| I’ll Be Yours | 1947-02-02 | Usherette |
| Song of Scheherazade | 1947-02-26 | Native Girl |
| Time Out of Mind | 1947-05-03 | Miss Weber |
| Something in the Wind | 1947-07-21 | Fashion Show Model |
| Up in Central Park | 1948-07-09 | Guest |
| Mexican Hayride | 1948-12-27 | Minor Role |
| Yes Sir, That’s My Baby | 1949-09-14 | Mrs Tascarelli |
| The Gal Who Took the West | 1949-09-01 | Sue |
| The Return | 1980-03-31 | Townsperson |