Sugar Geise was an American actress who is best known for Delicatessen, Rhythm Parade, and Casanova in Burlesque.
Personal and Family Life
Sugar Geise was born on December 17, 1909, in Chicago, Illinois. Throughout her life, she was married three times, to Joseph George Wright, Jack R. Fain, and Walter Morgan. She began her career as a child model and was encouraged to pursue acting by choreographer LeRoy Prinz, which led her to begin dancing in movies at the age of 13.
Death and Legacy
Sugar Geise passed away on October 30, 1988, in Hollywood, California. Her career as a diminutive actress and nightclub performer left a mark on the entertainment industry. She is also remembered for her connections to notable figures, including her last husband, Walter Morgan, who was involved in the Black Dahlia Murder investigation.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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Second Fiddle | 1939-06-30 | Dancer |
Casanova in Burlesque | 1944-02-19 | Fannie |
A Lady Takes a Chance | 1943-08-19 | Linda Belle |
Slightly Dangerous | 1943-04-01 | Customer (uncredited) |