Tina Thayer was an American actress known for her roles in Henry Aldrich’s Little Secret, The Pay Off, and Girls Under 21. Born as Thelma Thayer Gibson on November 2, 1923, in Boston, Massachusetts, she made her mark in the entertainment industry during the 1940s.
Personal and Family Life
Tina Thayer was married to Lester Koenig starting on August 17, 1942. After a brief acting career, she left the film industry in 1944 and worked for the Milton Rubin press agency. She then settled into a comfortable life in an apartment on Madison Avenue in New York City.
Death and Legacy
Tina Thayer passed away on December 27, 2003, in New York City, New York. Although her film career was relatively short, her contributions to 1940s cinema remain notable. Her performances in several films continue to be recognized by classic film enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Girls Under 21 | 1940-11-15 | Jennie White |
| The Payoff | 1942-11-24 | Phyllis Walker |
| Jive Junction | 1943-12-16 | Claire Emerson |
| Henry Aldrich’s Little Secret | 1944-06-10 | Jennifer Dale |
| Secrets of a Co-Ed | 1942-10-26 | Brenda Reynolds |
| Meet John Doe | 1941-03-14 | Ann’s Sister (uncredited) |
| A Yank at Eton | 1942-09-01 | Flossie Sampson (uncredited) |