Helen Mack

Helen Mack

Deceased · Born: Nov 13, 1913 · Died: Aug 13, 1986

Personal Details

BornNov 13, 1913 Rock Island, Illinois, United States
Spouse
  • Thomas McAvity

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Charles Irwin

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )

Biography

Helen Mack was a multifaceted American actress who left an indelible mark on the entertainment industry across various mediums. Born on November 12, 1913, she began her career as a child actress in silent films, showcasing her talents at a tender age.

As she matured, Mack transitioned to Broadway plays and the vaudeville circuit, honing her craft and gaining valuable experience. Her big break came in the 1930s when she emerged as a leading lady, captivating audiences with her performances.

However, Mack was not content to rest on her laurels. She continued to evolve and adapt, transitioning to radio, where she made a name for herself as a leading lady of the airwaves. Her impressive skills as a performer, writer, director, and producer earned her a spot among the most prominent figures in the Golden Age of Radio.

Later in life, Mack chose to focus on her writing, penning scripts for Broadway, stage, and television productions. Her remarkable career spanned an astonishing range of eras, from the early days of the motion picture industry to the rise of television.

Throughout her life, Mack remained dedicated to her craft, always seeking new challenges and opportunities to showcase her talents. Her legacy serves as a testament to her unwavering passion and dedication to the world of entertainment.

Career

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1945
Divorce
Divorce as Martha Phillips
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Strange Holiday
Strange Holiday as Miss Sims, Secretary
{"id":96682,"title":"And Now Tomorrow","year":"1944","character":"Angeletta Gallo","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/and-now-tomorrow","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_96682.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_96682.jpg"},"released":1}
1944
And Now Tomorrow
And Now Tomorrow as Angeletta Gallo
{"id":71712,"title":"Power Dive","year":"1941","character":"Betty Coles","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/power-dive","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_71712.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_71712.jpg"},"released":1}
1941
Power Dive
Power Dive as Betty Coles
{"id":23096,"title":"His Girl Friday","year":"1940","character":"Mollie Malloy","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/his-girl-friday","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_23096.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_23096.jpg"},"released":1}
1940
His Girl Friday
His Girl Friday as Mollie Malloy
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{"id":72426,"title":"Mystery of the White Room","year":"1939","character":"Carole Dale","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/mystery-of-the-white-room","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_72426.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_72426.jpg"},"released":1}
1939
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1938
King of the Newsboys
King of the Newsboys as Mary Ellen Stephens
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1937
Fit for a King
Fit for a King as Jane Hamilton / Princess Helen
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The Wrong Road
The Wrong Road as Ruth Holden
{"id":73541,"title":"The Milky Way","year":"1936","character":"Mae Sullivan","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-milky-way","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_73541.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_73541.jpg"},"released":1}
1936
The Milky Way
The Milky Way as Mae Sullivan
{"id":44597,"title":"She","year":"1935","character":"Tanya Dugmore","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/she","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_44597.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_44597.jpg"},"released":1}
1935
She
She as Tanya Dugmore
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1934
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All of Me
All of Me as Eve Haron
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1933
Son of Kong
Son of Kong as Hilda Peterson
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Sweepings
Sweepings as Mamie Donahue
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Fargo Express
Fargo Express as Helen Clark
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Blind Adventure
Blind Adventure as Rose Thorne
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Melody Cruise
Melody Cruise as Laurie Marlowe
{"id":95483,"title":"The Struggle","year":"1931","character":"A Catty Girl","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-struggle","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_95483.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_95483.jpg"},"released":1}
1931
The Struggle
The Struggle as A Catty Girl