Rosemarie Stack was an American actress best known for her roles in The Golden Mistress, The Peacemaker, and The Big Bluff. Born as Rose Marie Bowe on September 17, 1932, in Butte, Montana, she became a notable figure in the film industry during the 1950s and later enjoyed a successful life beyond acting.
Personal and Family Life
Rosemarie Stack grew up in a family that fostered her interest in the arts. She was born to Dennis and Ruby Bowe and grew up with her siblings in Tacoma, Washington. She started her career in modeling and won beauty pageants before moving to Los Angeles to pursue acting. She married actor Robert Stack on January 23, 1956, and they had two children, Elizabeth and Charles.
Career Overview
Her film career began in the early 1950s with minor roles in musicals, but she quickly transitioned into more significant parts. Notably, she starred in The Golden Mistress as Ann Dexter, and her talents ranged from playing a damsel-in-distress to more complex characters in films like The Big Bluff. Despite her early success and promising career, she chose to retire from acting after her marriage to Robert Stack, savoring life as a socialite and mother.
Death and Legacy
Rosemarie Stack passed away on January 20, 2019, at the age of 86 in Cuernavaca, Mexico. She was remembered for her beauty, talent, and contributions to film during her active years. Her enduring love and partnership with Robert Stack further marked her legacy in Hollywood history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Big Bluff | 1955-06-05 | Fritzie Darvel (as Rosemarie Bowe) |
| The Adventures of Hajji Baba | 1954-10-01 | Ayesha |
| The Peacemaker | 1956-11-01 | Ann Davis |
| Murder on Flight 502 | 1975-11-21 | Dorothy Saunders |
| The Golden Mistress | 1954-10-29 | Ann Dexter |
| Big Trouble | 1986-05-30 | Mrs. Winslow |
| Die Hölle von Macao | 1967-01-20 | Bar Patron |
| A Star Is Born World Premiere | 1954-09-28 | Self |
| Making of a Male Model | 1983-10-09 | Lila Chandler |
| All in a Night’s Work | 1961-03-15 | Tony’s Blonde ‘Friend’ (uncredited) |
| The View from Pompey’s Head | 1955-11-04 | Kit Robins Garrick |
| The Grand Opening of Walt Disney World | 1971-10-29 | Self |
| The Mike Douglas Show | 1961-12-11 | Self |