Anne Whitfield, renowned for her role in the 1954 holiday classic “White Christmas,” tragically passed away following an unforeseen incident while out for a stroll in her neighborhood, as stated in her obituary.
Whitfield, an accomplished American actress across radio, television, stage, and film, sometimes went by the name Ann. During her youth, she graced numerous comedy and drama series in Hollywood, marking her radio debut at the tender age of seven in September 1945 with a memorable commercial line delivered on NBC.
In 1949, Whitfield showcased her talent in theatrical productions like “Annie Get Your Gun” and “Show Boat” in Los Angeles, California. On the silver screen, she notably portrayed Susan Waverly in “White Christmas” (1954), alongside appearances in films like “Juvenile Jungle” (1958) and “Tick, Tick, Tick” (1970).
Her television credits included a notable role as Trudy, a working bar girl, in the 1960 Gunsmoke episode “Don Matteo,” and a compelling portrayal as Lori Coombs, an abused wife turned to love after a tragic loss, in the 1966 episode “Stage Stop” (S12E10).
Anne Whitfield Husband: Was Anne Whitfield Married?
Anne Whitfield experienced two marriages during her lifetime. Her initial union occurred in 1958 when she married Frederick Roy Schiller. However, her latest marriage took place in 1976, when she wed John F. Phillips, ended in divorce in 1969.
She was single at the time of her death on February 15, 2024, in Yakima, Washington, United States, at the age of 85.