Actresses who died on May 1

Take a focused look at the actresses who passed away on May 1. Dive into curated bios, achievements, and cultural milestones verified by our editors.

• 1971 Glenda Farrell

  Glenda Farrell was an American actress best known for her energetic roles in 1930s films, particularly for her portrayal of the wisecracking reporter Torchy Blane. She enjoyed a successful stage and film career spanning several decades. [bio]

• 1989 Marion Mack

  Marion Mack was an American actress, screenwriter, and real estate broker, best known for her role as the female lead in Buster Keaton's silent film classic, 'The General' (1926). Her career in entertainment primarily spanned the silent film era, after which she transitioned into screenwriting and later real estate. [bio]

• 2016 Madeleine Lebeau

  Madeleine Lebeau was a French actress best known internationally for her role as Yvonne in the classic film "Casablanca" (1942). She enjoyed a successful career in both French and American cinema during the 1940s and 1950s. [bio]

• 2021 Olympia Dukakis

  Olympia Dukakis was an acclaimed American actress, director, and producer best known for her Academy Award-winning performance in the film 'Moonstruck.' Over her six-decade career, she was recognized for both her stage and screen work. [bio]