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Marjorie Reynolds

📅 1917–1997 (Died at age 80)

Full Name: Marjorie Goodspeed

Stage Name: Marjorie Reynolds

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Born: August 12, 1917 – Buhl, Idaho, USA

Died: February 1, 1997 – Manhattan Beach, California, USA

IMDb Profile: Marjorie Reynolds on IMDb ↗

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📘 Biography

Marjorie Reynolds was an American actress and dancer best known for her roles in classic films of the 1930s and 1940s. Originally trained in dance, she entered the film industry as a child extra and gradually moved into leading roles, often cast as the charming and wholesome heroine.

Her breakout role came in the 1942 holiday musical Holiday Inn, where she starred opposite Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire. Although her singing was dubbed, her dance performance—especially in the musical numbers—earned her acclaim and cemented her status as a Golden Age star.

Reynolds also starred in many B-movies and serials, becoming a familiar face to audiences of Westerns, war dramas, and crime films. Later in her career, she transitioned to television, with a notable role on the sitcom The Life of Riley.

Her blend of approachability, beauty, and talent made her a beloved figure of mid-century American cinema.

📽️ Full Filmography

Marjorie Reynolds appeared in over 50 films. Notable titles include:

  • Holiday Inn (1942) – Her most famous role, starring alongside Bing Crosby and Fred Astaire.
  • Ministry of Fear (1944) – A suspense thriller directed by Fritz Lang.
  • Up in Mabel’s Room (1944) – A light romantic comedy.
  • Dixie (1943) – A musical biography of songwriter Dan Emmett.
  • The Life of Riley (TV Series, 1950s) – Played Peg Riley in the popular family sitcom.

Note: For a full list of her appearances, visit her IMDb filmography.