Rosemary Lane

American actress and singer in musicals

Rosemary Lane - American actress and singer in musicals
Born

April 4th, 1913
112 years ago

Died

1974
51 years ago — 61 years old

Category

Performers & Entertainers

Country

United States

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Rosemary Lane gained recognition as an actress and singer, particularly during the 1930s and 1940s. Featured prominently in musical films, she displayed a notable talent for both acting and music. Lane reached a wider audience through roles in movies such as "The Singing Marine" and "That’s My Boy." In addition to film, Lane performed on stage, further demonstrating her versatility as a performer. Her contributions to the entertainment industry during the Golden Age of Hollywood left a lasting impression on audiences.

Starred in 'The Singing Marine'

Appeared in 'That’s My Boy'

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