Kathryn Grant
Biography
Kathryn Grant was an American actress and singer. Born Olive Kathryn Grandstaff on November 25, 1933, in West Columbia, Texas, she graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1955. Grant appeared in the courtroom drama Anatomy of a Murder and played the part of "Mama Bear" in the film Goldilocks, alongside her husband and children. She also guest-starred on her husband's 1964-1965 ABC sitcom The Bing Crosby Show. Grant had a career spanning multiple media, with 40 known credits. She passed away on September 20, 2024, at the age of 90.
Career overview
Kathryn Grant began her acting career, appearing in the courtroom drama Anatomy of a Murder. She also played a role in the film Goldilocks, alongside her husband and children. In addition to her film work, Grant appeared as a guest star on her husband's ABC sitcom, The Bing Crosby Show, which aired from 1964 to 1965.
Grant's acting credits include a range of roles, with a total of 40 known credits. Her work spans various genres and formats, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Kathryn Grant's acting career was marked by her appearances in film and television, with a notable guest starring role on her husband's sitcom.
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Full Filmography
41 titles- Bing Crosby: Rediscovered (2014) as Self
- Bing Crosby: The Television Specials Volume 2 – The Christmas Specials (2010) as Self
- Queen of the Lot (2010) as Elizabeth Lambert
- The Tony Danza Show (2004) as Self
- A Bing Crosby Christmas (1998) as Self / Narrator
- Preminger: Anatomy of a Filmmaker (1991) as actress 'Anatomy of a Murder' (archive footage) (uncredited)
- The Magic of Bing Crosby (1991) as Self
- The Initiation of Sarah (1978) as Mrs. Goodwin
- Bing Crosby: The Christmas Years (1978) as Herself
- Bing Crosby's Merrie Olde Christmas (1977) as Self
- Bing Crosby's Sun Valley Christmas Show (1973)
- Goldilocks (1970) as Self / Mama Bear (voice)
- The Bing Crosby Show (1964)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self - Co-Host
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Ben Casey (1961)
- Anatomy of a Murder (1959) as Mary Pilant
- The Big Circus (1959) as Jeannie Whirling
- 1001 Arabian Nights (1959) as Princess Yasminda (voice)
- A Princess for Magoo (1959)
- The 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958) as Princess Parisa
- Gunman's Walk (1958) as Cecily "Clee" Chouard
- The Guns of Fort Petticoat (1957) as Anne Martin
- Operation Mad Ball (1957) as Lt. Betty Bixby
- The Brothers Rico (1957) as Norah Malaks Rico
- The Night the World Exploded (1957) as Laura 'Hutch' Hutchinson
- Mister Cory (1957) as Jen Vollard
- The Wild Party (1956) as Honey
- Reprisal! (1956) as Taini
- Storm Center (1956) as Hazel Levering
- 5 Against the House (1955) as Jean, Young Woman in Nightclub (uncredited)
- The Phenix City Story (1955) as Ellie Rhodes
- Tight Spot (1955) as Girl Honeymooner (uncredited)
- Cell 2455 Death Row (1955) as Jo-Anne
- Unchained (1955) as Sally Haskins
- Father Knows Best (1954) as Maxine
- Rear Window (1954) as Girl at Songwriter's Party (uncredited)
- Casanova's Big Night (1954) as Girl on Bridge (uncredited)
- Living It Up (1954) as Manicurist (uncredited)
- So This Is Love (1953) as Showgirl (uncredited)
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self - Mystery Guest
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kathryn Grant best known for?
Kathryn Grant is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including True Romance (1993), The Initiation of Sarah (1978), The Italian Job (1969), The Italian Job (1969).
When and where was Kathryn Grant born?
Kathryn Grant was born on November 25, 1933 in West Columbia, Texas, USA. They passed away on September 20, 2024.
How many credits does Kathryn Grant have?
Kathryn Grant has accumulated over 41 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1950 to 2014.
What is Kathryn Grant's background in cinema and television?
Kathryn Grant was an American actress and singer. Born Olive Kathryn Grandstaff on November 25, 1933, in West Columbia, Texas, she graduated from the University of Texas at Austin with a Bachelor of Fine Arts in 1955. Grant appeared in the courtroom drama Anatomy of a Murder and played the part of "Mama Bear" in the fi...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Rear Window (1954) as Girl at Songwriter's Party (uncredited) — aged about 20
- Anatomy of a Murder (1959) as Mary Pilant — aged about 25
- What's My Line? (1950) as Self - Mystery Guest — aged about 16
- The 7th Voyage of Sinbad (1958) as Princess Parisa — aged about 24
- Reprisal! (1956) as Taini — aged about 22
- Storm Center (1956) as Hazel Levering — aged about 22
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