Marguerite Churchill
American actress in horror films
Born
December 26th, 1910
114 years ago
Died
2000
25 years ago — 90 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Acted in several horror films during the 1930s and 1940s. Gained recognition for performances in major productions, particularly in 'The Devil Bat' and 'The Monster Maker'. Appeared in additional genres, showcasing a range of abilities in film. Developed a significant career in the entertainment industry before transitioning to television appearances.
starred in 'The Devil Bat'
featured in 'The Monster Maker'
appeared in 'The Shadow' series
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