Died at 108
female
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.
Audrey Totter
Mary Collins
for Mary Collins in The Umbrella Man (1956)
Suggested by kaueoliveira
In "The Umbrella Man: Shadows of Suspicion", the quiet town of Elmwood becomes a hotbed of fear and intrigue when a sinister figure known only as the Umbrella Man begins appearing in the most unexpected places, leaving behind a trail of cryptic clues and unsettling threats. The townsfolk are gripped by paranoia as the enigmatic stranger’s presence seems to coincide with a series of bizarre and deadly accidents. Evelyn Gray, a determined and resourceful woman, finds herself drawn into the mystery after her young niece narrowly escapes an encounter with the Umbrella Man. As Evelyn teams up with the dogged Inspector Brown, they delve deeper into the shadows of Elmwood’s past, uncovering secrets that link the mysterious figure to long-forgotten horrors and a series of chilling events that have haunted the town for decades. With Vincent Price’s Dr. Alan Hart and Robert Mitchum’s Tom Fletcher adding layers of suspicion and deceit, the tension escalates towards a heart-pounding climax where trust is a luxury and survival hinges on unraveling the Umbrella Man’s terrifying agenda.
