Virginia Patton

Virginia Patton

Deceased · Born: Jun 25, 1925 · Died: Aug 18, 2022

Personal Details

BornJun 25, 1925 Cleveland, Ohio, USA
Parents
  • Donald McIntosh Patton
  • Marie Cain

Biography

Virginia Ann Marie Patton Moss, born on June 25, 1925, was a renowned American actress who left an indelible mark on the world of cinema. Her early foray into the film industry saw her appear in several movies during the early 1940s, laying the groundwork for a career that would soon take her to greater heights.

It was her role as Ruth Dakin Bailey in Frank Capra's timeless classic, It's a Wonderful Life (1946),that cemented her status as a talented actress. The film, which has become a staple of American cinema, showcased her remarkable range and versatility as a performer.

However, Patton's illustrious career in Hollywood did not go unimpeded. In 1949, she made the decision to retire from acting, bringing an end to her remarkable journey in the spotlight. Her final film credit, The Lucky Stiff (1949),served as a poignant reminder of her impressive contributions to the world of cinema.

Throughout her life, Virginia Ann Marie Patton Moss remained a beloved figure in the entertainment industry, leaving behind a legacy that would continue to inspire and delight audiences for generations to come.

Career

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1949
The Lucky Stiff
The Lucky Stiff as Millie Dale
{"id":174768,"title":"Black Eagle","year":"1948","character":"Ginny Long","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/black-eagle-1948","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_174768.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_174768.jpg"},"released":1}
1948
Black Eagle
Black Eagle as Ginny Long
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1947
The Burning Cross
The Burning Cross as Doris Green
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A Double Life
A Double Life as Actress in "Othello"
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1946
Canyon Passage
Canyon Passage as Liza Stone/Barlett (uncredited)
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Nobody Lives Forever
Nobody Lives Forever as Switchboard Operator (uncredited)
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{"id":70289,"title":"The Horn Blows at Midnight","year":"1945","character":"Party Girl (uncredited)","permalink":"https:\/\/streamtheatre.com\/us\/movie\/the-horn-blows-at-midnight","type":"movie","srcset":{"1x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/90x135\/thumbs\/movie_70289.jpg","2x":"https:\/\/img.streamtheatre.com\/img\/180x270\/thumbs\/movie_70289.jpg"},"released":1}
1945
The Horn Blows at Midnight
The Horn Blows at Midnight as Party Girl (uncredited)
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1944
The Last Ride
The Last Ride as Hazel Dale (uncredited)
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Roaring Guns
Roaring Guns as Karen Ferris
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Janie
Janie as Carrie Lou
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Hollywood Canteen
Hollywood Canteen as Junior Hostess (uncredited)
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1943
Thank Your Lucky Stars
Thank Your Lucky Stars as Girl in Ann Sheridan Number (uncredited)
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Old Acquaintance
Old Acquaintance as College Girl (uncredited)