Nydia Westman
- Known For
- Acting
- Born
- February 19, 1902 in New York City, New York, USA
- Died
- May 23, 1970 (aged 68)
- Active Years
- 1932–1970 (39 Years)
- Total Credits
- 74 credits in database
Biography
Nydia Eileen Westman was an American character actress and singer who worked in stage, screen, and television. Born in New York City on February 19, 1902, she was the daughter of vaudevillian parents, Theodore and Lily Wren Westman. Her father was an actor and composer, while her mother was an actress and playwright. Westman attended the Professional Children's School. Her siblings, Lolita, Neville, and Theodore, were also involved in the performing arts. Throughout her career, Westman appeared in various television series, including That Girl and Dragnet, as well as numerous films, such as Craig's Wife and The Cat and the Canary. She passed away on May 23, 1970, at the age of 68.
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74 titles- Rabbit, Run (1970) as Mrs. Smith
- Silent Night, Lonely Night (1969) as Mae
- Adam-12 (1968) as Alice Hoyt
- Lancer (1968)
- The Second Hundred Years (1967) as Maud
- The Reluctant Astronaut (1967) as Aunt Zana
- That Girl (1966)
- Family Affair (1966)
- The Chase (1966) as Mrs. Henderson
- The Ghost and Mr. Chicken (1966) as Mrs. Cobb
- The Swinger (1966) as Aunt Cora
- F Troop (1965)
- Bewitched (1964)
- The Munsters (1964)
- The Addams Family (1964) as Miss Morrison
- Mail Order Bride (1964) as Salvation Army Band Member (uncredited)
- The Farmer's Daughter (1963)
- For Love or Money (1963) as Milo's Wife
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as Aunt Ida Maye
- Going My Way (1962) as Mrs. Featherstone
- Don't Knock the Twist (1962) as Amy
- Ben Casey (1961)
- Route 66 (1960)
- The Roaring 20's (1960)
- The Donna Reed Show (1958)
- Perry Mason (1957) as Ivy Stanton
- Bloomer Girl (1956) as Serena Applegate
- Robert Montgomery Presents (1950)
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) as Mrs. Hammond
- The Ford Theatre Hour: Alice in Wonderland (1950) as White Queen
- The Philco Television Playhouse (1948)
- Studio One (1948) as Miss Twink
- The Velvet Touch (1948) as Susan Crane
- The Late George Apley (1947) as Jane Willing
- Her Primitive Man (1944) as Aunt Penolope
- Princess O'Rourke (1943) as Mrs. Bowers (uncredited)
- Hers to Hold (1943) as Nurse Willing
- The Remarkable Andrew (1942) as Miss Van Buren
- They All Kissed the Bride (1942) as Lewis, M.J.'s Secretary
- The Bad Man (1941) as Angela Hardy
- The Chocolate Soldier (1941) as Liesel - Maid
- Hullabaloo (1940) as Lulu Perkins
- Forty Little Mothers (1940) as Madamoiselle Cynthia Cliche
- The Cat and the Canary (1939) as Cicily
- When Tomorrow Comes (1939) as Lulu
- The Goldwyn Follies (1938) as Ada
- The First Hundred Years (1938) as Midge
- Bulldog Drummond's Peril (1938) as Gwen Longworth
- When Love Is Young (1937) as 'Dotty' Leonard
- Bulldog Drummond's Revenge (1937) as Gwen Longworth
- The Invisible Ray (1936) as Briggs (uncredited)
- Craig's Wife (1936) as Mazie
- Pennies from Heaven (1936) as Slavey - Hotel Maid
- Three Live Ghosts (1936) as Peggy 'Peg' Woofers
- The Gorgeous Hussy (1936) as Maybelle
- Rose Bowl (1936) as Susie Reynolds
- Captain Hurricane (1935) as Gertie
- A Feather in Her Hat (1935) as Emily Judson
- Dressed to Thrill (1935) as Anne Trepied
- One Night of Love (1934) as Muriel
- Two Alone (1934) as Corie
- Success at Any Price (1934) as Dinah McCabe
- Ladies Should Listen (1934) as Susi Flamberg
- The Trumpet Blows (1934) as Carmela Ramirez
- Sweet Adeline (1934) as Nellie
- Manhattan Love Song (1934) as Annette
- Little Women (1933) as Mamie
- From Hell to Heaven (1933) as Sue Wells
- King of the Jungle (1933) as Sue
- Bondage (1933) as Irma
- The Way to Love (1933) as Annette
- Cradle Song (1933) as Sister Sagrario
- Manhattan Tower (1932) as Miss Wood
- Strange Justice (1932) as Gwen
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Nydia Westman best known for?
Nydia Westman is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Adam-12 (1968), Legal Eagles (1986), Son in Law (1993), Agnes and His Brothers (2004).
When and where was Nydia Westman born?
Nydia Westman was born on February 19, 1902 in New York City, New York, USA. They passed away on May 23, 1970.
How many credits does Nydia Westman have?
Nydia Westman has 74 film and television credits listed on archytele, with work dated between 1932 and 1970.
What is Nydia Westman's background in cinema and television?
Nydia Eileen Westman was an American character actress and singer who worked in stage, screen, and television. Born in New York City on February 19, 1902, she was the daughter of vaudevillian parents, Theodore and Lily Wren Westman. Her father was an actor and composer, while her mother was an actress and playwright. W...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- The Addams Family (1964) as Miss Morrison — aged about 62
- Bewitched (1964) — aged about 62
- The Munsters (1964) — aged about 62
- The Alfred Hitchcock Hour (1962) as Aunt Ida Maye — aged about 60
- Perry Mason (1957) as Ivy Stanton — aged about 55
- Adam-12 (1968) as Alice Hoyt — aged about 66
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