Suzanne Alexander

Suzanne Alexander was an American actor best known for her roles in Cat-Women of the Moon, Princess of the Nile, and Flight Nurse. Born Gwendolynne Ann White in Toronto, Canada, she appeared in numerous films and TV series during the 1950s.

Personal and Family Life

Suzanne was born into a family with a performing background; her father, Will J. White, was a notable Canadian concert entertainer, and her mother was “Miss Canada of 1918.” She had a brother, Will J. White, who also pursued a career in acting. Before entering the film industry, both siblings competed as figure skaters. Suzanne was also a fashion designer in the 1970s, showcasing her talent beyond acting.

Career

Initially, Suzanne had hopes of landing significant film roles, including the character of Princess Aouda in the film Around the World in 80 Days. Unfortunately, after testing for the part, she ultimately did not get the role, which was taken by Shirley MacLaine. After appearing in various films and TV shows, Suzanne’s presence in the entertainment industry began to fade, and she left the spotlight.

Death and Legacy

Tragically, Suzanne Alexander’s life came to a sad end on September 21, 1975, when she jumped to her death from a hotel room in San Francisco. She was only 44 years old at the time of her passing. Her legacy lives on through her film and television appearances and her family’s contributions to the entertainment world.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Cat-Women of the Moon 1953-09-03 Beta
Princess of the Nile 1954-07-01 Handmaiden
Down Three Dark Streets 1954-09-02 Brenda Ralles
The Solid Gold Cadillac 1956-08-22 model (uncredited)
Raiders of the Seven Seas 1953-05-27 Alida’s Handmaiden
Latin Lovers 1953-08-12 Brazilian Girl
The Affairs of Dobie Gillis 1953-08-14 Co-Ed
Flight Nurse 1953-11-15 Madonna (uncredited)
The French Line 1954-02-08 Model
Daddy Long Legs 1955-05-05 College Girl
Son of Sinbad 1955-06-02 Harem Girl
The Girl in the Red Velvet Swing 1955-10-01 Floradora Girl (uncredited)
The Garment Jungle 1957-05-01 Joanne (uncredited)
I Married a Woman 1958-03-01 Camera Girl (uncredited)
The Mod Squad 1968-09-24 Saleslady
Richard Diamond, Private Detective 1957-07-01 Brunette
Four Star Playhouse 1952-09-25 Girl in Cab
Sheena, Queen of the Jungle 1955-09-01 Bebe