Anne Kunde

Anne Kunde was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Hollywood Barn Dance, Mountain Justice, and The Yellow Ticket.

Personal and Family Life

Anne Kunde was born Anna Bock on July 10, 1895, in Franklin, Nebraska. She married Al Kunde, a tall and statuesque man, and they often appeared together in films that featured stereotypical hillbilly characters. Kunde’s natural look made her a favorite for roles that required a rural or country setting.

Career

Kunde’s acting career began in the 1920s, where she quickly became known for her voluptuous figure and charm. By the late 1940s, she started taking on more serious roles, such as prison matrons and caring mothers, gaining recognition for her depth as an actress. She also made a successful transition to television, appearing in shows like The Untouchables and Gunsmoke.

Death and Legacy

Anne Kunde passed away on June 14, 1960, in Los Angeles, California. Her death left a void in the hearts of film researchers and fans alike. Despite her passing, Kunde’s contributions to film continue to be remembered and celebrated, ensuring her legacy lives on through her memorable performances.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Hollywood Barn Dance 1947-06-21 Ma Tubb
Mountain Justice 1937-04-24 Townswoman at Carnival
The Flying Irishman 1939-04-07 Airplane Passenger
The Yellow Ticket 1931-10-30 Prison Matron
The Tall T 1957-04-02 Townswoman (uncredited)
Mr. Deeds Goes to Town 1936-04-09 Minor Role (uncredited)
The Man Who Knew Too Much 1956-05-16 Church Member (uncredited)
High Noon 1952-06-09 Townswoman (uncredited)
Brigham Young 1940-09-27 Mormon
The House of the Seven Gables 1940-04-12 Courtroom Spectator
Women Without Names 1940-03-14 Inmate
Life Begins at Forty 1935-03-22 Hog Caller
Around the World in Eighty Days 1956-10-17 Extra (uncredited)
Edge of Darkness 1943-04-09 Townswoman (uncredited)
Father of the Bride 1950-05-18 Woman in Dream Sequence (uncredited)
The Good Humor Man 1950-03-24 Woman (uncredited)
The Hard Man 1957-12-01 Townswoman (uncredited)
Something to Live For 1952-03-07 Cleaning Woman (uncredited)
The Tall Men 1955-09-22 Townswoman (uncredited)
Duel in the Sun 1946-12-31 Party Guest (uncredited)
A Man Alone 1955-10-17 Townswoman (uncredited)
The Raid 1954-08-04 Townswoman (uncredited)
Caged 1950-05-19 Inmate (uncredited)
The Egg and I 1947-05-01 Reveler at Country Dance (Uncredited)
The Oklahoma Kid 1939-03-11 Settler (uncredited)
Home from the Hill 1960-03-03 Party Guest (uncredited)
Li’l Abner 1959-12-11 Dogpatch Woman
Ride The High Iron 1956-12-01 Mourner (uncredited)
The Last Hurrah 1958-12-31 Mourner at Wake (uncredited)
Navajo Kid 1945-11-21 Townswoman (uncredited)
O. Henry’s Full House 1952-08-07 Yokel (segment “The Ransom of Red Chief”) (uncredited)
Apache Ambush 1955-08-24
The Werewolf 1956-07-01
The Fuller Brush Girl 1950-09-15 Irate Woman Slamming Door (uncredited)
The Fastest Gun Alive 1956-07-12
The Flying Serpent 1946-02-01 Townswoman (uncredited)
The Southerner 1945-04-30 Townswoman/Wedding Guest (uncredited)
Wagon Master 1950-04-22 Settler (uncredited)
Man of the West 1958-06-20 Train Passenger (uncredited)
Summer Stock 1950