Amelita Ward

Amelita Ward

Deceased · Born: Jul 17, 1923 · Died: Apr 26, 1987

Personal Details

BornJul 17, 1923 Magnolia, West Virginia, USA
Spouse
  • Sidney Allen McSloy

    ( Aug 10, 1965 to Apr 26, 1987 )
  • Leo Gorcey

    ( Feb 12, 1949 to Feb 8, 1956 )

Biography

Amelita Ward, a talented and versatile actress, entered the world on July 17, 1923, in the charming town of Magnolia, West Virginia, USA. This remarkable individual went on to make a lasting impact in the world of entertainment, earning recognition for her captivating performances in notable films such as "The Jungle Captive" (1945),"Seven Days Ashore" (1944),and "Gildersleeve's Ghost" (1944).

Throughout her life, Amelita Ward's personal relationships played a significant role in her journey. She was married twice, first to Sidney Allen McSloy and then to the renowned actor and comedian, Leo Gorcey. Her romantic and professional connections undoubtedly influenced her growth as a performer and an individual.

Tragically, Amelita Ward's life came to a close on April 26, 1987, in the city of Alexandria, Virginia, USA. Despite her untimely passing, her remarkable legacy continues to inspire and entertain audiences to this day.

Career

1948
Smugglers' Cove
Smugglers' Cove as Teresa Mahoney
1946
The Dark Mirror
The Dark Mirror as Photo-double (uncredited)
The Best Years of Our Lives
The Best Years of Our Lives as Counter Girl (uncredited)
1945
Come Out Fighting
Come Out Fighting as Rita Joyce
Who's Guilty?
Who's Guilty? as Ruth Allen
The Jungle Captive
The Jungle Captive as Ann Forrester
Swingin' on a Rainbow
Swingin' on a Rainbow as Barbara Marsden
1944
Seven Days Ashore
Seven Days Ashore as Lucy Banning
1943
Aerial Gunner
Aerial Gunner as Peggy Lunt
The Falcon in Danger
The Falcon in Danger as Bonnie Caldwell
Gangway for Tomorrow
Gangway for Tomorrow as Mary Jones (Miss America)
Clancy Street Boys
Clancy Street Boys as Judy Monahan
The Sky's the Limit
The Sky's the Limit as Southern Girl (uncredited)
Let's Face It
Let's Face It as Chorus Girl