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Mary Murphy

Mary Murphy - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline

BornJanuary 26, 1931
Age95
BirthplaceWashington, D.C., United States
Zodiac SignAquarius - (see also Mary Murphy's horoscope and birth chart)
Chinese ZodiacHorse
GenerationSilent Generation
Known ForHer leading role as Kathie Bleeker in 'The Wild One' (1953) with Marlon Brando.

Intro

Mary Murphy was an American film and television actress best known for her role as Kathie Bleeker in the classic film 'The Wild One' (1953) opposite Marlon Brando. Over a career spanning several decades, she appeared in numerous films and television series.

Early Life & Background

Mary Murphy moved with her family at a young age to Southern California after the death of her father. She attended University High School in Los Angeles.

Career Highlights

  • Starred as Kathie Bleeker in 'The Wild One' (1953)
  • Appeared in 'Beachhead' (1954)
  • Co-starred in 'The Desperate Hours' (1955) with Humphrey Bogart
  • Worked steadily in film and television throughout the 1950s and 1960s, including appearances on 'Perry Mason' and 'The Twilight Zone'

Trivia

  • Was once married to actor Dale Robertson; their marriage ended in annulment.
  • Her career began when she was discovered while working as a package wrapper at Saks Fifth Avenue.

FAQs

People also ask

How old is Mary Murphy?

Mary Murphy is 95 years old.

When was Mary Murphy born?

Mary Murphy was born the 26 January 1931.

Where is Mary Murphy from?

Washington, D.C., United States.

On Her Birth-Day

About January 26th, 1931, in brief:

  • Day of the week: January 26th, 1931 was a Monday
  • Zodiac Sign: Aquarius (in western zodiac), Horse (in Chinese zodiac)
  • Moon Phase:
  • Popular movie: Trader Horn directed by W.S. Van Dyke

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Sources

  1. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mary_Murphy_(actress)
  2. https://www.imdb.com/name/nm0614980/