Sally Parr was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Sun Sets at Dawn, Stars Over Hollywood, and as a late-night movie hostess on KFJZ-TV.
Personal and Family Life
Born on May 13, 1922, in Dallas, Texas, as Sally Francis Carmichael, she graduated from Polytechnic High School and the University of Texas at Austin. Sally married Richard Parr in California and had two sons, Richard and Stephen, but they divorced in 1955. She later married Edward Van Name in 1957, adopting children while also pursuing her career in acting.
Career
Sally Parr began her acting career in the 1950s, featuring in films like Sun Sets at Dawn and Stars Over Hollywood. After moving back to Fort Worth, she became a late-night movie hostess on KFJZ-TV (now KTVT Channel 11) and was also involved in community theater productions in Oklahoma City and Fort Worth.
Death and Legacy
Sally Parr was diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and passed away on June 23, 2007, in Fort Worth, Texas. Her contributions to television and film, as well as her work in community theater, left a lasting impact on her local community and the entertainment industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Sun Sets at Dawn | 1950-11-01 | The Girl |