Anecdotes

Left acting to devote herself to family life

In 1948 she married William Hayes, a Hollywood lawyer and pilot, whom she met when she was a passenger on one of his flights.

Turner Classic Movies channel honored her career with a day featuring her films on November 4, 2019.

Under contract to RKO Studios at 15

Began her career in radio while in her early teens.

Mother, with William Hayes, of sons Jeffrey M. Hayes and Chip Hayes.

Signed by Paramount in 1951, she was a member of the studio's selected "Golden Circle of Newcomers.".

Upon her death, she was cremated and her ashes returned to her family.

Briefly attended the University of Oklahoma.

Sister of Pete Gates.