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Laraine Day (born La Raine Johnson, October 13, 1920 – November 10, 2007) was an American actress, radio and television commentator, and former Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer (MGM) contract star. As a leading lady, she was paired opposite major film stars, including Robert Mitchum, Lana Turner, Cary Grant, Ronald Reagan, Kirk Douglas, and John Wayne.
Laraine Day. Actress: Foreign Correspondent. Born into a prominent Mormon family in Utah, Laraine Day's acting career began after her parents moved to Long Beach, California, where she joined the Long Beach Players. She appeared in her first film in 1937 in a bit part, then did leads in several George O'Brien westerns.
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41 titles. Sort by List order. 1. Stella Dallas. 1937 1h 46m Approved. 7.4 (6.3K) Rate. A working-class woman is willing to do whatever it takes to give her daughter a socially promising future. Director King Vidor Stars Barbara Stanwyck John Boles Anne Shirley. Girl at Soda Shop. 2. Scandal Street. 1938 1h 2m Approved. 5.6 (43) Rate.
Mar 25, 2024 · Get ready to dive into the world of Laraine Day movies! This roundup article celebrates the timeless classics and unforgettable performances of the iconic Australian actress. From her breakout roles to her most memorable films, we take a look at the career of one of Australia’s most beloved stars.
Laraine Day, born La Raine Johnson, was a major movie star of the 1940s and '50s. Raised in Utah as part of a prominent Mormon family, she came to Hollywood as a young woman, and made her film debut with an uncredited role in Stella Dallas.
Born into a prominent Mormon family in Utah, Laraine Day's acting career began after her parents moved to Long Beach, California, where she joined the Long Beach Players. She appeared in her first film in 1937 in a bit part, then did leads in several George O'Brien westerns.
Beloved by sports fans as The First Lady of Baseball, Laraine Day earned her first admirers in movie theatres. In addition to her extremely photogenic face, she projected degrees of charm and empathy that made her perfect to play Nurse Mary Lamont in MGM’s popular series of "Dr. Kildare" pictures.
