Trivia

Commenced on the screen by being featured in "Our Gang Comedies," which later became known as the "Little Rascals." She appeared in several episodes before accepting the role of "Alfalfa's" girlfriend, "Effie.".

Noted for her yodeling abilities.

Attended Sons of the Desert (Laurel & Hardy) Convention in Hollywood in 2014.

Worked on radio programs "Hometown Jamboree", "Town Hall Party", "The Stuart Hamblen Show" and others.

Mother of Mary Ann Cashen and Georgann Cashen.

Before moving to Los Angeles, Gay performed with her family, who had a background in music. Her parents ran a music school where they taught lessons in singing, piano, banjo, violin, guitar and accordion.

In 1935, Gay's family relocated to Hollywood, where she began her career as a child actress.

Had five children: twins Mimi and Gigi, Tommy, Suzy and Cathy.

By 1944, she made regular singing appearances with country music artist Stuart Hamblen and his Lucky Stars. A year later, Gay won the California State Yodeling Championship at the Olympic Auditorium in Los Angeles, winning the title again in 1946.

In addition to her acting career, she became an accomplished yodeler who performed songs in films like "What's Buzzin Cousin" where she played a hillbilly.