Audrey Totter
Known For
Acting
Born
1917-12-20 in Joliet, Illinois, USA
Died
2013-12-12
Biography
Audrey Mary Totter (December 20, 1917 – December 12, 2013), was a captivating American actress celebrated for her compelling performances in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. A former MGM contract star of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent, her distinct husky voice and magnetic presence made her a standout femme fatale in classics like "Lady in the Lake" and "The Postman Always Rings Twice." Totter's versatility extended beyond noir, showcasing her talent in various genres, including dramas and thrillers. Her ability to portray complex, strong-willed characters left an indelible mark on Hollywood. Totter's legacy endures through her impactful contributions to the silver screen, forever remembered as an iconic figure in the golden era of cinema. Most references cite December 20, 1918, as her date of birth, although Intelius indicates the year was 1917.
Most Known For
Perry Mason
as Reba Burgess
Murder, She Wrote
as Sister Paul
Hawaii Five-O
as Mrs. Royce
Ironside
Dick Powell's Zane Grey Theatre
as Martha Phillips
The Virginian
as Mrs. Archer
Cheyenne
Dr. Kildare
as Ella Vitnack
Dr. Kildare
as Norma Littell
Climax!
as Edna Shaddick
Climax!
as Dr. Helen Koenig
Climax!
as Anna Lederer
Rawhide
as Vada Nordquist
Route 66
Run for Your Life
as Dorothy Young
Medical Center
as Nurse Wilcox
Four Star Playhouse
as Lila Lamont
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
as Betsy Blake
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
as Mrs. Philips
Kraft Suspense Theatre
as Mrs. Myra Moran