Sue Ann Gilfillan

Sue Ann Gilfillan

Deceased · Born: Oct 15, 1930 · Died: Mar 12, 2017

Personal Details

BornOct 15, 1930 Barnet, Vermont, USA

Biography

Born in 1930, in the picturesque town of Barnet, Vermont, a place that would later influence her journey in the world of theatre.

She graduated from the esteemed Wellesley College in 1952, followed by her academic pursuits at the prestigious Yale School of Drama, where she earned her degree in 1955.

In 1956, she became a part of the original company of the Williamstown Theater Festival, located in Williamstown, Massachusetts. For many seasons, she took on lead roles in productions such as "St. Joan", "The Matchmaker", and "Ondine", among others, honing her craft and making a name for herself in the industry.

In 1963, she tied the knot with producer Tony Converse, and they began their life together. Years later, in 1977, they made the move to Los Angeles, where she spent the next two decades working in the entertainment capital of the world.

Before settling in Los Angeles, she had a successful stint in New York City, appearing in numerous Off-Broadway productions. Her journey has been marked by dedication, perseverance, and a passion for her craft, ultimately leading her to the city of angels, where she continues to make her mark.

Career

1989
The Final Days
The Final Days as 1st Secretary
1985
An Early Frost
An Early Frost as Nurse Lincoln
1981
The Princess and the Cabbie
The Princess and the Cabbie as Dr. Beatrice Adams
1980
1979
Orphan Train
Orphan Train as Mrs. Gardner
1978
Disneyland
Disneyland as Ludee Calhoun
1969