Trish Van Devere
Biography
Trish Van Devere, also known by her birth name Patricia Louise Dressel, is a retired American film and theatre actress. She was born on March 9, 1941, in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, though another source notes her birthplace as Tenafly, New Jersey, and her birth year as 1943. Her father owned a Pontiac dealership and real estate business. Van Devere was nominated for a Golden Globe Award for her work in the film One Is a Lonely Number and won a Genie Award for the film The Changeling. She was the widow of actor George C. Scott, with whom she appeared in multiple films. Her acting career includes known credits across film and television projects such as Hallmark Hall of Fame, The Fall Guy, and Columbo.
Career overview
Trish Van Devere, born Patricia Louise Dressel on March 9, 1941, in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, is a retired American film and theater actress. Throughout her acting career, she has been credited with thirty known works in television and film, including appearances in productions such as Hallmark Hall of Fame, The Fall Guy, and Columbo.
Her work in feature films brought her notable recognition, including a Golden Globe Award nomination for her performance in the film One Is a Lonely Number. In addition, she won a Genie Award for her role in the film The Changeling.
In her personal life, she was the widow of actor George C. Scott. The two appeared together in multiple films during their time together.
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Career timeline
Full Filmography
31 titles- Curaçao (1993) as Rose
- Messenger of Death (1988) as Jastra Watson
- Hollywood Vice Squad (1986) as Pauline Stanton
- Uphill All the Way (1986) as The Widow Quinn
- Highway to Heaven (1984)
- Vengeance Is Mine (1984) as Donna
- Hardcastle and McCormick (1983)
- American Playhouse (1982) as Donna
- The Changeling (1980) as Claire Norman
- The Hearse (1980) as Jane Hardy
- All God's Children (1980) as Natalie Kent
- Mayflower: The Pilgrims' Adventure (1979) as Rose Standish
- Movie Movie (1978) as Betsy McGuire / Isobel Stuart
- Sharon: Portrait of a Mistress (1977) as Sharon Blake
- Stalk the Wild Child (1976) as Maggie
- Beauty and the Beast (1976) as Belle Beaumont
- Dinah! (1974) as Self
- The Savage Is Loose (1974) as Maida
- The Day of the Dolphin (1973) as Maggie Terrell
- Harry in Your Pocket (1973) as Sandy Coletto
- One Is a Lonely Number (1972) as Amy Brower
- Columbo (1971) as Kay Freestone
- The Last Run (1971) as Claudie Scherrer
- Where’s Poppa? (1970) as Louise Callan
- The Landlord (1970) as Sally
- The Mike Douglas Show (1961) as Self
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Host
- Tony Awards (1956) as Self - Co-Host / Presenter / Performer
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Belle
- The Bob Hope Show (1950) as Self
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Presenter
Frequently Asked Questions
What movies or TV shows is Trish Van Devere best known for?
Trish Van Devere is widely recognized for notable roles and projects including Joint Security Area (2000), 300 (2007), American Playhouse (1982), The Changeling (1980).
When and where was Trish Van Devere born?
Trish Van Devere was born on March 9, 1941 in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, USA.
How many credits does Trish Van Devere have?
Trish Van Devere has accumulated over 31 film and television credits across a career spanning from 1944 to 1993.
What is Trish Van Devere's background in cinema and television?
Trish Van Devere, also known by her birth name Patricia Louise Dressel, is a retired American film and theatre actress. She was born on March 9, 1941, in Englewood Cliffs, New Jersey, though another source notes her birthplace as Tenafly, New Jersey, and her birth year as 1943. Her father owned a Pontiac dealership and...
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Age in their best-rated roles
- Hallmark Hall of Fame (1951) as Belle — aged about 10
- Columbo (1971) as Kay Freestone — aged about 30
- Highway to Heaven (1984) — aged about 43
- Golden Globe Awards (1944) as Self - Presenter — aged about 3
- The Changeling (1980) as Claire Norman — aged about 39
- Dinah! (1974) as Self — aged about 33
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