Kay Thompson
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- November 9, 1909 in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA
- Died
- July 2, 1998
- Active Years
- 1937–2025 (89 Years)
- Total Credits
- 30 credits in database
Biography
Kay Thompson works in acting. Born November 9, 1909 in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA. Died July 2, 1998. Archytele tracks 30 screen credits across canonical film and television databases.
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Full Filmography
30 titles- Liza: A Truly Terrific Absolutely True Story (2025) as Self (archive footage) (uncredited)
- It's Me, Hilary: The Man Who Drew Eloise (2015) as Self (archive footage)
- Kay Thompson: Think Pink! (2009) as Self (archive footage)
- Me, Eloise (2006) Book
- Eloise at the Plaza (2003) Book
- Eloise at Christmastime (2003) Book
- Liza with a Z (1972) as Self - Audience Member (uncredited)
- Tell Me That You Love Me, Junie Moon (1970) as Miss Gregory
- One Pair of Eyes (1967)
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Who Killed Julie Greer? (1961) as Mrs. Pierce
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self
- Funny Face (1957) as Maggie Prescott
- The Dinah Shore Chevy Show (1956) as Self
- Cinépanorama (1956) as Self
- Playhouse 90 (1956) as Herself
- Playhouse 90 (1956) Book
- Eloise (1956) as Herself
- Eloise (1956) Book
- Heritage of Anger (1956) as Self - Announcing Next Week's Show
- Great Lady Has an Interview (1954) Songs
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self
- The Harvey Girls (1946) Music Arranger
- The Kid from Brooklyn (1946) as Matron
- Ziegfeld Follies (1945) Vocals
- Ziegfeld Follies (1945) Songs
- Thrill of a Romance (1945) as Hotel Guest (uncredited)
- Week-End at the Waldorf (1945) Music Arranger
- Manhattan Merry-Go-Round (1937) as Self
- Eloise Novel
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Kay Thompson best known for?
Kay Thompson is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including 30 Vies (2011), The Italian Job (1969), Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957), Funny Face (1957).
When and where was Kay Thompson born?
Kay Thompson was born on November 9, 1909 in Saint Louis, Missouri, USA. They passed away on July 2, 1998.
How many credits does Kay Thompson have?
Kay Thompson has accumulated over 30 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1937 to 2025.
What is Kay Thompson's background in cinema and television?
Kay Thompson (November 9, 1909 — July 2, 1998) was an American author, composer, musician, actress and singer. She is best known as the creator of the Eloise children's books.
Kay Thompson by the numbers
Age in their best-rated roles
- Cinépanorama (1956) as Self — aged about 46
- Playhouse 90 (1956) as Herself — aged about 46
- Tonight Starring Jack Paar (1957) as Self — aged about 47
- Funny Face (1957) as Maggie Prescott — aged about 47
- The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) as Self — aged about 38
- Manhattan Merry-Go-Round (1937) as Self — aged about 27
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