Born: February 4, 1918 – Died: August 3, 1995
Ida Lupino, a talented actress known for her captivating performances, was born in London to a family deeply rooted in show business. In 1932, at a young age, Ida impressed everyone when she auditioned and successfully landed a role her mother desired. This marked the beginning of her acting journey.
Early Life and Career
Ida Lupino, born in London to a show business family, had an upbringing deeply rooted in the entertainment industry. She started her acting career at a young age.
In 1934, with her bleached blonde hair, Ida Lupino made her way to Hollywood. She initially took on small and insignificant parts, but it was her role in "Peter Ibbetson" in 1935 that showcased her true potential as an actress. This early success opened doors for Lupino and gave her the opportunity to be cast in more substantial roles.
Throughout her career, Ida Lupino became known for her portrayal of hard, but sympathetic women from challenging backgrounds. She captivated audiences with her performances and held her own against some of the biggest leading men of her time. Lupino's talent and versatility enabled her to transition into other roles within the industry, including directing, writing, and producing.
Lupino was married and divorced multiple times. She had children from her marriages and managed to balance her personal life with her thriving career.
Lupino's impact on Hollywood and the entertainment industry cannot be overstated. She had a significant influence as both an actress and a director, tackling important social issues in her work. Although she faced challenges and the limitations of the time, Lupino made a lasting impact and is often regarded as a pioneer for women in the industry.
Ida Lupino's contributions to the entertainment industry earned her recognition and acclaim. She was nominated for three Primetime Emmys and won numerous accolades throughout her career. Her talent, versatility, and bold choices continue to be remembered and appreciated, solidifying her status as an iconic and legendary figure in the film industry.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1979 | My Boys Are Good Boys | Mrs. Morton |
| 1977 | Charlie's Angels (TV Series) | Gloria Gibson |
| 1976 | The Food of the Gods | Mrs. Skinner |
| 1975 | Police Woman (TV Series) | Hilda Morris |
| 1975 | Switch (TV Series) | Mrs. Simon |
| 1975 | Ellery Queen (TV Series) | Stephanie Talbott Kendrick |
| 1975 | The Devil's Rain | Emma Preston |
| 1974 | The Manhunter (TV Series) | Ma Gantry |
| 1972–1974 | Columbo (TV Series) | Edna Basket Brown | Doris Buckner |
| 1974 | The Streets of San Francisco (TV Series) | Wilma Jamison |
| 1974 | Barnaby Jones (TV Series) | Kathy Revere |
| 1973 | The Letters (TV Movie) | Mrs. Forrester |
| 1973 | I Love a Mystery (TV Movie) | Randolph Cheyne |
| 1973 | Female Artillery (TV Movie) | Martha Lindstrom |
| 1973 | The Bold Ones: The New Doctors (TV Series) | Dr. Marie Menzies |
| 1972 | The Strangers in 7A (TV Movie) | Iris Sawyer |
| 1972 | Junior Bonner | Elvira Bonner |
| 1972 | Medical Center (TV Series) | Marion McKinnon |
| 1972 | Alias Smith and Jones (TV Series) | Mia Bronson |
| 1972 | Deadhead Miles | Gas Station Customer |
| 1972 | Women in Chains (TV Movie) | Claire Tyson |
| 1971 | Insight (TV Series) | Paula |
| 1971 | Nanny and the Professor (TV Series) | Aunt Justine |
| 1970 | Bracken's World (TV Series) | Jill Symington |
| 1969–1970 | Family Affair (TV Series) | Lady Maudie Marshwood | Lady Marchwood |
| 1969 | The Name of the Game (TV Series) | Monique Madison |
| 1969 | Mod Squad (TV Series) | Iris Potter |
| 1969 | The Outcasts (TV Series) | Mrs. Blake |
| 1968 | It Takes a Thief (TV Series) | Dr. Schneider |
| 1968 | Batman (TV Series) | Dr. Cassandra Spellcraft | Dr. Cassandra |
| 1968 | Judd for the Defense (TV Series) | Elaine Bennett |
| 1966 | The Wild Wild West (TV Series) | Dr. Faustina |
| 1963–1965 | The Virginian (TV Series) | Mama Dolores | Helen Blaine |
| 1964 | The Rogues (TV Series) | Arlene |
| 1963–1964 | Burke's Law (TV Series) | Meniletha Calhoun | Lynn Dexter |
| 1963 | Kraft Suspense Theatre (TV Series) | Harriet Whitney |
| 1963 | Sam Benedict (TV Series) | Ruth Tyler |
| 1961 | The Investigators (TV Series) | Charity Kittridge |
| 1961 | General Electric Theater (TV Series) | Dr. Mollie Gilbert |
| 1960 | Death Valley Days (TV Series) | Pamela Mann |
| 1959 | Bonanza (TV Series) | Annie O'Toole |
| 1959 | The Twilight Zone (TV Series) | Barbara Jean Trenton |
| 1959 | Lux Playhouse (TV Series) | Clara Brown |
| 1957–1958 | Mr. Adams and Eve (TV Series) | Eve Drake |
| 1958 | Teenage Idol (TV Movie) | Unknown |
| 1956 | Zane Grey Theatre (TV Series) | Louise Brandon |
| 1956 | Strange Intruder | Alice Carmichael |
| 1953–1956 | Four Star Playhouse (TV Series) | Grace | Nina Barton | Meg ... |
| 1956 | While the City Sleeps | Mildred Donner |
| 1955 | The Big Knife | Marion Castle |
| 1955 | Women's Prison | Amelia van Zandt |
| 1954 | Private Hell 36 | Lilli Marlowe |
| 1954 | The Ford Television Theatre (TV Series) | Lotti Weston | Petra Manning |
| 1953 | The Bigamist | Phyllis Martin |
| 1953 | Jennifer | Agnes Langley |
| 1952 | Beware, My Lovely | Mrs. Helen Gordon |
| 1951 | On Dangerous Ground | Mary Malden |
| 1951 | On the Loose | Narrator (voice, uncredited) |
| 1951 | Hard, Fast and Beautiful! | Seabright Tennis Match Spectator (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Outrage | Country Dance Attendee (uncredited) |
| 1950 | Woman in Hiding | Deborah Chandler Clark |
| 1949 | Lust for Gold | Julia Thomas |
| 1948 | Road House | Lily Stevens |
| 1947 | Escape Me Never | Gemma Smith |
| 1947 | Deep Valley | Libby Saul |
| 1946 | The Man I Love | Petey Brown |
| 1946 | Devotion | Emily Brontë |
| 1945 | Pillow to Post | Jean Howard |
| 1944 | Hollywood Canteen | Ida Lupino |
| 1944 | In Our Time | Jennifer Whittredge |
| 1943 | Thank Your Lucky Stars | Ida Lupino |
| 1943 | Forever and a Day | Jenny Jones |
| 1943 | The Hard Way | Mrs. Helen Chernen |
| 1942 | Life Begins at Eight-Thirty | Kathy Thomas |
| 1942 | Moontide | Anna |
| 1941 | Ladies in Retirement | Ellen Creed |
| 1941 | Out of the Fog | Stella Goodwin |
| 1941 | The Sea Wolf | Ruth Brewster |
| 1940 | High Sierra | Marie Garson |
| 1940 | They Drive by Night | Lana Carlsen |
| 1939 | The Light That Failed | Bessie Broke |
| 1939 | The Adventures of Sherlock Holmes | Ann Brandon |
| 1939 | The Lady and the Mob | Lila Thorne |
| 1939 | The Lone Wolf Spy Hunt | Val Carson |
| 1937 | Fight for Your Lady | Marietta |
| 1937 | Artist and Models | Paula Sewell | Paula Monterey |
| 1937 | Let's Get Married | Paula Quinn |
| 1937 | Sea Devils | Doris Malone |
| 1936 | The Gay Desperado | Jane |
| 1936 | Yours for the Asking | Gert Malloy |
| 1936 | One Rainy Afternoon | Monique Pelerin |
| 1936 | Anything Goes | Hope Harcourt |
| 1935 | Peter Ibbetson | Agnes |
| 1935 | Smart Girl | Pat Reynolds |
| 1935 | Paris in Spring | Mignon de Charelle |
| 1934 | Ready for Love | Marigold Tate |
| 1934 | Come On, Marines! | Esther Smith-Hamilton |
| 1934 | Search for Beauty | Barbara Hilton |
| 1933 | High Finance | Jill |
| 1933 | Prince of Arcadia | The Princess |
| 1933 | The Ghost Camera | May Elton |
| 1933 | I Lived with You | Ada Wallis |
| 1933 | Money for Speed | Jane |
| 1932 | Her First Affaire | Ann Brent |
| 1931 | The Love Race | Minor Supporting Role (uncredited) |
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