Edith Helen Barrett
American actress (1907–1977)
| Name | Edith Helen Barrett |
| Birth name | |
| Birth date | January 19, 1907 |
| Birth place | Roxbury, Massachusetts, U.S. |
| Death date | February 22, 1977 |
| Death place | Albuquerque, New Mexico, U.S. |
| Alma mater | |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1930–1974 |
| Organization | |
| Known for | |
| Notable works | |
| Spouse(s) | Vincent Price (m. 1938; div. 1948) |
| Website | |
Edith Helen Barrett (January 19, 1907 – February 22, 1977) was an American actress known for her work in theatre, film, and television. She was married to the actor Vincent Price and was the mother of the poet and columnist Vincent Barrett Price.
Early life[edit | edit source]
Edith Barrett was born in Roxbury, Massachusetts, on January 19, 1907. She began her acting career in the theatre and quickly gained recognition for her talent.
Career[edit | edit source]
Barrett's career spanned over four decades, during which she appeared in numerous Broadway productions, Hollywood films, and television shows. She made her film debut in the 1938 movie Ladies in Retirement and went on to appear in several other films, including I Walked with a Zombie (1943) and Jane Eyre (1943).
Theatre[edit | edit source]
Barrett's theatre career was marked by her performances in various Broadway productions. She was known for her versatility and ability to portray a wide range of characters.
Film[edit | edit source]
In addition to her work in the theatre, Barrett appeared in several Hollywood films. Her notable film roles include Ladies in Retirement (1941), I Walked with a Zombie (1943), and Jane Eyre (1943).
Television[edit | edit source]
Barrett also made numerous appearances on television during the 1950s and 1960s. She guest-starred on popular shows such as Perry Mason and Alfred Hitchcock Presents.
Personal life[edit | edit source]
Barrett married actor Vincent Price in 1938. The couple had one son, Vincent Barrett Price, who became a poet and columnist. Barrett and Price divorced in 1948.
Death[edit | edit source]
Edith Barrett passed away on February 22, 1977, in Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Related pages[edit | edit source]
- Vincent Price
- I Walked with a Zombie
- Jane Eyre (1943 film)
- Perry Mason (TV series)
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents
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