Audrey Totter
Actor
Biography
Audrey Mary Totter (December 20, 1917 – December 12, 2013), was a captivating American actress celebrated for her compelling performances in film noir during the 1940s and 1950s. A former MGM contract star of Austrian-Slovene and Swedish descent, her distinct husky voice and magnetic presence made her a standout femme fatale in classics like "Lady in the Lake" and "The Postman Always Rings Twice." Totter's versatility extended beyond noir, showcasing her talent in various genres, including dramas and thrillers. Her ability to portray complex, strong-willed characters left an indelible mark on Hollywood. Totter's legacy endures through her impactful contributions to the silver screen, forever remembered as an iconic figure in the golden era of cinema. Most references cite December 20, 1918, as her date of birth, although Intelius indicates the year was 1917.
Filmography
The Set-Up
as Julie 1949
Lady in the Lake
as Adrienne Fromsett 1946
The Apple Dumpling Gang Rides Again
as Martha Osten 1979
That's Entertainment!
as (archive footage) (uncredited) 1974
Tension
as Claire Quimby 1949
The Unsuspected
as Althea Keane 1947
The Carpetbaggers
as Prostitute 1964
Alias Nick Beal
as Donna Allen 1949
High Wall
as Dr. Ann Lorrison 1947
A Bullet for Joey
as Joyce Geary 1955
Man in the Dark
as Peg Benedict 1953
Bewitched
as Karen (voice) (uncredited) 1945
Woman They Almost Lynched
as Kate Quantrill / Kitty McCoy 1953
Bewitched
as Karen (voice) 1945
Women's Prison
as Joan Burton 1955
Assignment: Paris
as Sandy Tate 1952