Claire Carleton

Claire Carleton

Deceased · Born: Sep 28, 1913 · Died: Dec 11, 1979

Personal Details

BornSep 28, 1913 Brooklyn, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Fred Sherman

    ( Feb 14, 1944 to May 20, 1969 )
  • Walter Lewis Beadle

    ( Jul 23, 1934 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Parents
  • George M. Carleton
  • Marie Zeiner

Biography

Claire Carleton, a talented and multifaceted actress, entered this world on September 28, 1913, in the bustling borough of Brooklyn, New York, USA.

Throughout her illustrious career, she made a lasting impression on audiences and critics alike, with standout performances in notable productions such as The Mickey Rooney Show (1954),a television series that showcased her versatility and range as an actress.

In addition to her work in television, Carleton also appeared in notable stage productions, including the iconic play Death of a Salesman (1951),a role that cemented her status as a respected and accomplished actress.

Furthermore, she also made appearances in the popular anthology series Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1955),a testament to her ability to adapt to a wide range of roles and genres.

In her personal life, Carleton was married twice, first to Fred Sherman and then to Walter Lewis Beadle, with whom she shared her life until her passing.

Tragically, Claire Carleton's life came to a close on December 11, 1979, in Northridge, California, USA, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances and a lasting impact on the world of entertainment.

Career

1968
Shadow Over Elveron
Shadow Over Elveron as Mrs. Travers
1966
This Property Is Condemned
This Property Is Condemned as Party Guest (uncredited)
1964
Sex and the Single Girl
Sex and the Single Girl as Woman (uncredited)
By Love Possessed
By Love Possessed as Mrs. Kovacs
1958
A Lust to Kill
A Lust to Kill as Minn (as Clara Carlton)
Unwed Mother
Unwed Mother as Mrs. Miller
1957
The Careless Years
The Careless Years as Aunt Martha (uncredited)
Reform School Girl
Reform School Girl as Mrs. Rita Horvath
Death in Small Doses
Death in Small Doses as Mabel (uncredited)
My Gun Is Quick
My Gun Is Quick as Nightclub Boss
1956
The Black Sleep
The Black Sleep as Carmona Daly
Accused of Murder
Accused of Murder as Marge Harris
1955
1954
Witness to Murder
Witness to Murder as May - Mental Patient
1952
The Fighter
The Fighter as Stella
The Star
The Star as Jailbird (uncredited)
1951
Death of a Salesman
Death of a Salesman as Miss Francis
Honeychile
Honeychile as Betty Loring
The Son of Dr. Jekyll
The Son of Dr. Jekyll as Hazel Sorelle (uncredited)
Westward the Women
Westward the Women as Flashy Woman (uncredited)
1950
Shockproof
Shockproof as Florrie Kobiski (Uncredited)
Sorrowful Jones
Sorrowful Jones as Agnes 'Happy Hips' Noonan (uncredited)
On the Town
On the Town as Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
The Reckless Moment
The Reckless Moment as Woman (uncredited)
Red Light
Red Light as Waitress (uncredited)
1948
Bodyguard
Bodyguard as Zinnia - Counter Girl (uncredited)
If You Knew Susie
If You Knew Susie as Vicki Vale (uncredited)
Ruthless
Ruthless as Bella
1947
Too Many Winners
Too Many Winners as Mayme Martin
A Double Life
A Double Life as Waitress
Fun on a Weekend
Fun on a Weekend as Durand's Secretary (Uncredited)
Key Witness
Key Witness as Receptionist (uncredited)
The Senator Was Indiscreet
The Senator Was Indiscreet as Ingrid Stuyvesant
1946
The Missing Lady
The Missing Lady as Rose Dawson
Gun Town
Gun Town as Belle Townley
Vacation in Reno
Vacation in Reno as Sally Beaver
1945
Mildred Pierce
Mildred Pierce as Thieving Waitress (uncredited)
1944
Bride by Mistake
Bride by Mistake as Nurse Harrison
Youth Runs Wild
Youth Runs Wild as Taxi Driver (uncredited)
The Woman in the Window
The Woman in the Window as Blonde (uncredited)
1943
Around the World
Around the World as WAAC Lt. Spencer
1941
Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry as Ginger Gordon
The Crooked Road
The Crooked Road as Virgie Gobel
Millionaire Playboy
Millionaire Playboy as Woman Kissing Baby Joe