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Helen Kane

Acting Born Aug 4, 1904 Died Sep 26, 1966 The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA 13 credits
13
Total Credits
1929–2024
96 Years Career Span
4
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Biography

Helen Kane works in acting. Born August 4, 1904 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA. Died September 26, 1966. Archytele tracks 13 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.

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Career timeline

Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer
Betty Boop: Queen of the Cartoons
Tonight Starring Jack Paar
Three Little Words
The Ed Sullivan Show
Hollywood on Parade No. A-3
A Lesson in Love
Paramount on ParadeDangerous Nan McGrewHeads Up
Pointed HeelsSweetieNothing but the Truth

Full Filmography

13 titles
  • Fleischer Cartoons: The Art & Inventions of Max Fleischer (2024) as Betty Boop (singing voice) (archive sound)
  • Betty Boop: Queen of the Cartoons (1995) as Self (archive footage)
  • Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self
  • Three Little Words (1950) as Helen Kane (singing voice) (uncredited)
  • The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
  • Hollywood on Parade No. A-3 (1932) as Self
  • A Lesson in Love (1931) as Helen Lane
  • Paramount on Parade (1930) as School Teacher
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  • Dangerous Nan McGrew (1930) as Dangerous Nan McGrew
  • Heads Up (1930) as Betty Trumbull
  • Pointed Heels (1929) as Dot Nixon
  • Sweetie (1929) as Helen Fry
  • Nothing but the Truth (1929) as Mabel Jackson

Frequently Asked Questions

What movies or TV shows is Helen Kane best known for?

Helen Kane is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957), Three Little Words (1950), The Ed Sullivan Show (1948), The Game Caterers (2021).

When and where was Helen Kane born?

Helen Kane was born on August 4, 1904 in The Bronx, New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on September 26, 1966.

How many credits does Helen Kane have?

Helen Kane has accumulated over 13 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1929 to 2024.

What is Helen Kane's background in cinema and television?

Helen Kane (born August 4, 1904 - September 26, 1966) was an American singer and actress who was the inspiration for the character of Betty Boop but was not credited nor paid for it.

Helen Kane by the numbers

13credits
11films
2TV series
1929–2024active years

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