Mary Parker
Acting•Born August 28, 1918•Died March 2, 1998 (age 79)•Fort Worth, Texas, USA
Biography
Mary Parker (born Mary Frances Roberson) was an American stage, television and screen actress/performer. Parker appeared in 17 films from 1938 to 1954 but was also known for her dance work with partner Billy Daniel. Parker (also known as "Punkins" Parker), was a protégé of Mitchell Leisen. Leisen recruited her for various projects both on and off the screen starting in 1938. She was discovered while performing at the Casa Mañana Theatre in her native Fort Worth, Texas during the Texas Centennial celebrations and given a contract with Paramount Pictures. She performed in several large budget films, and was chosen by Paramount and Max Factor Jr. as "The Real Miss America", yet her fame was short lived
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Filmography
Personal Info
DepartmentActing
BirthdayAugust 28, 1918
Day of DeathMarch 2, 1998
Place of BirthFort Worth, Texas, USA
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