Marian Waldman
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- December 16, 1924 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada
- Died
- July 5, 1985 (aged 60)
- Active Years
- 1972–1980 (9 Years)
- Total Credits
- 7 credits in database
Biography
Marian Waldman was a Canadian actress born in Toronto, Ontario, on December 16, 1924. Throughout her career, she was credited with seven acting roles in film and television. She is perhaps best known for her performance as the foul-mouthed, drunken housemother Mrs. MacHenry in the 1974 film Black Christmas. Waldman maintained a professional career in the entertainment industry until her death. She passed away on July 5, 1985, at the age of 60. Her professional legacy remains tied to her notable contribution to the horror genre through her work in the 1974 production. Information regarding her life and career is documented through her professional credits and biographical records.
Career overview
Marian Waldman was a Canadian actress born in Toronto, Ontario, on December 16, 1924. Throughout her career, she accumulated seven known acting credits. She is perhaps best recognized for her performance in the 1974 film Black Christmas, in which she portrayed the character of Mrs. MacHenry, a foul-mouthed and intoxicated housemother.
Waldman passed away on July 5, 1985, at the age of 60. Her professional legacy remains tied to her work in film and television, with her role in Black Christmas serving as her most notable contribution to the medium.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
7 titles- Black Christmas Legacy (2015) as Mrs. Mac (archive footage) (uncredited)
- Phobia (1980) as Mrs. Casey
- A Cosmic Christmas (1977) as Townie (voice)
- Black Christmas (1974) as Mrs. Mac
- Deranged (1974) as Maureen Selby
- Class of '44 (1973) as Grade Advisor
- When Michael Calls (1972) as Elsa Britton
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What movies or TV shows is Marian Waldman best known for?
Marian Waldman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Black Christmas (1974), Deranged (1974), Class of '44 (1973).
When and where was Marian Waldman born?
Marian Waldman was born on December 16, 1924 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. They passed away on July 5, 1985.
How many credits does Marian Waldman have?
Marian Waldman has 7 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1972 and 1980.
What is Marian Waldman's background in cinema and television?
Marian Waldman was a Canadian actress born in Toronto, Ontario, on December 16, 1924. Throughout her career, she was credited with seven acting roles in film and television. She is perhaps best known for her performance as the foul-mouthed, drunken housemother Mrs. MacHenry in the 1974 film Black Christmas. Waldman mai...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Black Christmas (1974) as Mrs. Mac — aged about 49
- Class of '44 (1973) as Grade Advisor — aged about 48
- Deranged (1974) as Maureen Selby — aged about 49
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