Stephanie Griffin was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “The Great Gildersleeve,” “The Last Wagon,” and “The Karen Carpenter Story.”
Personal and Family Life
Stephanie Griffin was born on March 15, 1934, in Valley City, Ohio, to Noel and Alice Griffin. She moved with her mother and sisters to West Hollywood in 1941, where she later graduated from Liverpool High School. Stephanie married David L. March in June 1955, but they divorced in December 1956. She then married James L. Raskin in March 1957, with whom she had three daughters: Kathleen, Jamianne, and Tamara.
Career
Stephanie began her career as a model and actress, making her television debut in 1954 on “The Ford Television Theater.” Over the years, she appeared in several popular shows, including “The Great Gildersleeve” and “The Bob Hope Show.” Her only film role was in “The Last Wagon” in 1956. After years away from acting, she returned for her final role in “The Karen Carpenter Story” in 1989.
Death and Legacy
Stephanie Griffin passed away on November 9, 2015, in Granada Hills, California. She left behind a legacy as a talented actress who was admired for her beauty and presence on screen. Stephanie is remembered for her contributions to television during the 1950s and for her later role in a significant television movie.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| The Karen Carpenter Story | Dr. Brooks | 1989 |
| Code 3 | Sally | 1957 |
| The Great Gildersleeve | Marjorie Forrester | 1955–1956 |
| The Last Wagon | Valinda Normand | 1956 |
| The Ford Television Theatre | Claire / Laura | 1954–1956 |
| Cheyenne | Jenny McKeever | 1956 |
| Rear Window | Sunbather (uncredited) | 1954 |