Arleen Whelan
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- September 1, 1914 in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA
- Died
- April 7, 1993
- Active Years
- 1937–1957 (21 Years)
- Total Credits
- 32 credits in database
Biography
Arleen Whelan was an American film actress known for her work in acting. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on September 1, 1914, she also spent part of her early childhood in Pueblo. Her career as an actress spanned between 1937 and 1957, during which she appeared in films. Some of the works associated with her acting career include Charley's Aunt, Young Mr. Lincoln, The Sun Shines Bright, Ramrod, Sabotage, and Raiders of Old. She was also known by the name Arleen M. In her personal life, she married actor Alexander D'Arcy in September 1940, and the couple later divorced. Arleen Whelan passed away on April 7, 1993, at the age of 78.
Career overview
Arleen Whelan was an American film actress known for her work in cinema between 1937 and 1957. Born on September 1, 1914, in Salt Lake City, Utah, she spent her early childhood in Pueblo. Her acting career reportedly began after 20th Century Fox director H. Bruce Humberstone saw her working. Throughout her career, Whelan amassed numerous known acting credits, appearing in films such as Young Mr. Lincoln, The Sun Shines Bright, Ramrod, Sabotage, Raiders of Old West, and Charley's Aunt.
In addition to her film work, her personal life included a marriage to actor Alexander D'Arcy, whom she wed in September 1940 before they later divorced. Whelan passed away on April 7, 1993, at the age of 78.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
32 titles- Raiders of Old California (1957) as Julie Johnson
- The Badge of Marshal Brennan (1957) as Murdock
- The Women of Pitcairn Island (1956) as Hutia
- Playwrights '56 (1955)
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Eve Foster
- The Sun Shines Bright (1953) as Lucy Lee Lake
- Never Wave at a WAC (1953) as Toni Wayne
- San Antone (1953) as Julia Allerby
- Flaming Feather (1952) as Carolina
- Passage West (1951) as Rose Billings
- Your Show of Shows (1950)
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Laura
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Noel
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Sue
- Dear Wife (1949) as Tommy Murphy
- That Wonderful Urge (1948) as Jessica Woods
- Ramrod (1947) as Rose Leland
- The Senator Was Indiscreet (1947) as Valerie Shepherd
- Suddenly It's Spring (1947) as Gloria Fay
- Stage Door Canteen (1943) as Arleen Whelan
- Castle in the Desert (1942) as Brenda Hartford
- Sundown Jim (1942) as Catherine Barr
- Charley's Aunt (1941) as Kitty Verdun
- Young People (1940) as Judith
- Charter Pilot (1940) as Raquel Andrews
- Young Mr. Lincoln (1939) as Sarah Clay
- Boy Friend (1939) as Sue Duffy
- Sabotage (1939) as Gail
- Gateway (1938) as Catherine O'Shea
- Kidnapped (1938) as Jean MacDonald
- Thanks for Everything (1938) as Madge Raines
- On Again—Off Again (1937) as Bit
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Arleen Whelan best known for?
Arleen Whelan is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Saddle Mountain Roundup (1941), Sleuth (2007), The Sun Shines Bright (1953), Never Wave at a WAC (1953).
When and where was Arleen Whelan born?
Arleen Whelan was born on September 1, 1914 in Salt Lake City, Utah, USA. They passed away on April 7, 1993.
How many credits does Arleen Whelan have?
Arleen Whelan has accumulated over 32 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1937 to 1957.
What is Arleen Whelan's background in cinema and television?
Arleen Whelan was an American film actress known for her work in acting. Born in Salt Lake City, Utah, on September 1, 1914, she also spent part of her early childhood in Pueblo. Her career as an actress spanned between 1937 and 1957, during which she appeared in films. Some of the works associated with her acting care...
Arleen Whelan by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Your Show of Shows (1950) — aged about 35
- Castle in the Desert (1942) as Brenda Hartford — aged about 27
- General Electric Theater (1953) as Eve Foster — aged about 38
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Laura — aged about 35
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Noel — aged about 35
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Sue — aged about 35
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