Mady Correll was a Canadian-American actress best known for her roles in Midnight Madonna, Monsieur Verdoux, and A Girl, a Guy, and a Gob. She was born on April 19, 1907, in Montréal, Québec, Canada, and passed away on December 18, 1981, in Los Angeles, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Mady Correll was married to Warren Ashe from September 23, 1937, until his death on September 19, 1947. Throughout her life, she faced various challenges in her career, with limited major roles following her early success. Despite this, she left a mark with her performances in several memorable films.
Death and Legacy
Mady Correll died from stomach cancer at the age of 74. Though she did not achieve lasting fame, her contributions to the film industry during her active years have been recognized by fans of classic cinema. Her work continues to be appreciated, especially in the roles that characterized her acting style.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Midnight Madonna | 1937-07-01 | Kay Barrie |
| A Girl, a Guy, and a Gob | 1941-03-14 | Cora |
| Texas Masquerade | 1944-02-08 | Virginia Curtis |
| Monsieur Verdoux | 1947-09-26 | Mona Verdoux |
| Moonlight and Cactus | 1944-09-08 | Girl |
| Invisible Enemy | 1938-04-03 | Princess Stephanie |
| The Old Chisholm Trail | 1942-12-11 | Belle Turner |
| The Best Years of Our Lives | 1946-12-25 | Announcer (uncredited) |