Kay Hawtrey
Biography
Kay Hawtrey, born Katharine Mary Craven Hawtrey, later Katharine Mary Craven Clark, was born on November 8, 1926, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She was an actress, who embarked on her career at Toronto’s Hart House Theatre. Following a year-long engagement at London's Embassy Theatre, she ventured into television during the "Golden Age of Television" in the 1950s. Credited as Kay Hawtrey, she notably portrayed Mrs. Lutz in 15 episodes of "The Great Detective," starring Douglas Campbell. Also known for Videodrome (1983), Urban Legend (1998) and Funeral Home (1980). She was previously married to John Clark. Her career spanned both stage and screen, showcasing her talents during this pivotal era of television. She died on June 11, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
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Full filmography
- Monk (2002) as Mrs. Danvers
- Relic Hunter (1999) as Older Woman
- Kung Fu: The Legend Continues (1993) as Mary Kemp
- Goosebumps (1995) as Old Woman
- Sue Thomas: F.B.Eye (2002) as Mrs. Cooper
- Max & Ruby (2002) as Grandma
- Faerie Tale Theatre (1982) as Townsperson
- Little Bear (1995) as Granny (voice)
- Hawkeye and the Last of the Mohicans (1957) as Doris Wedstock
- Police Academy (1984) as Surprise Party Lady (uncredited)
- Little Men (1998) as Ursala Ellery
- Videodrome (1983) as Matron
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Sally Follet
- Urban Legend (1998) as Library Attendant
- The Starlost (1973) as Garth's Mother
- Police Academy 4: Citizens on Patrol (1987) as Poetess
- American Psycho II: All American Girl (2002) as Daniels' Mom
- MVP (2008)
- MVP (2008) as Nan
- Dirty Work (1998) as Gladys
- Read All About It! (1979) as Dr. Crystal Couplet
- Mrs. Soffel (1984) as Peter's Secretary (uncredited)
- In Love and War (1996) as Grace Hemingway
- Our Fathers (2005) as Spags' Housekeeper