Stephanie Bachelor was an American actress known for her roles in Blackmail, Crime of the Century, and Gangs of the Waterfront. She was active mainly in the 1940s and was recognized as a leading lady during that era.
Personal and Family Life
Born on May 23, 1912, in Detroit, Michigan, Stephanie began her career as a model before transitioning to acting. She married businessman Cornelius Hurley in 1946. Their marriage lasted until his passing in February 1976.
Career Highlights
Stephanie was known as a brunette leading lady in the 1940s film scene, having a contract with Republic and United Artists. She had a strong resemblance to actress Maureen O’Hara, which contributed to her success during her active years. Her film credits included various genres, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Stephanie Bachelor passed away on November 22, 1996, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Although her career primarily spanned a few decades, she left a lasting impression on her audience with her performances in classic films. Her contributions to the film industry are remembered, particularly for her presence in second features during the 1940s.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Experiment Perilous | 1944-12-18 | Elaine |
| Blackmail | 1947-07-24 | Carla |
| The Port of 40 Thieves | 1944-08-13 | Muriel Chaney |
| Lady of Burlesque | 1943-05-01 | The Princess Nirvena |
| The Ghost Goes Wild | 1947-08-08 | Irene Winters |
| Homicide for Three | 1948-12-08 | Collette Rose aka Madam Colette |
| Gangs of the Waterfront | 1945-07-03 | Jane Rodgers |
| Springtime in the Sierras | 1947-07-15 | Jean Loring |
| The Magnificent Rogue | 1946-11-07 | Vera Lane |
| Secrets of Scotland Yard | 1944-07-26 | Sudan Ainger |
| Man from Frisco | 1944-06-15 | Ruth Warnecke |
| Crime of the Century | 1946-02-28 | Audrey Brandon |
| Scotland Yard Investigator | 1945-09-30 | Toni Collison |
| Her Primitive Man | 1944-05-29 | Marcia |
| Passkey to Danger | 1946-05-11 | Gwen Hughes |
| Campus Honeymoon | 1948-02-01 | Dean Carson |
| I’ve Always Loved You | 1946-12-02 | Redhead |
| Earl Carroll Vanities | 1945-04-05 | Claire Elliott |
| The Undercover Woman | 1946-01-01 | Marcia Conroy |
| Sons of Adventure | 1948-09-01 | Laura Gifford |
| Lake Placid Serenade | 1944-12-23 | Irene Cermak |
| His Butler’s Sister | 1943-11-26 | Dot Stanley |
| G.I. War Brides | 1946-08-12 | Elizabeth Wunderlich |