Mullen, Barbara (1914–1979)

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Mullen, Barbara (1914–1979)

American stage, tv, and screen actress. Born June 9, 1914 in Boston, MA; died Mar 9, 1979, in London, England; m. John Taylor.

Appeared as dancer and singer in vaudeville (1917–34); moved to London (1934); made London stage debut in Bar Sinister (1939), then appeared often as Miss Marple and also in the title role in Jeannie which she reprised on film; other films include The Challenge, Kidnapped, Thunder Rock, A Place of One's Own, You Can't Beat the Irish, So Little Time and It Takes a Thief; on tv, had recurring role of Janet in "Dr. Finlay's Casebook"; was director of Pilot Films and Falcon Productions.

See also her book of reminiscences Life is My Adventure.

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