Gwynne Shipman (born Beulah McDonald;[1] November 8, 1909 – September 11, 2005) was an American film actress.[2] She was married to the screenwriter Barry Shipman. They had a daughter Nina, who became an actress,[1] and twin sons, Michael and Noel.[3]

Gwynne Shipman
Born
Beulah McDonald

(1909-11-08)November 8, 1909
DiedSeptember 11, 2005(2005-09-11) (aged 95)
OccupationActress
Years active1934–49
SpouseBarry Shipman
Children3, including Nina Shipman

Shipman was an actress and dancer at Paramount Studios until 1949.[3] Her film debut came in Trail Dust (1936).[4]

In 1935, Shipman broke her collarbone and two ribs when a horse threw her.[5]

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ a b "Nina Shipman Acts for 20th". Los Angeles Evening Citizen News. September 18, 1958. p. 24. Retrieved June 1, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  2. ^ Pitts p.362
  3. ^ a b "Eagle Rock beauty ready for stardom". Lincoln Heights Bulletin-News. March 9, 1958. p. 10. Retrieved June 1, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ "'Trail Dust' new 'Hopalong' for Province". The Winnepeg Tribune. February 27, 1937. p. 39. Retrieved June 1, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.
  5. ^ "Film Actress Hurt In Fall From Horse". Oakland Tribune. October 30, 1935. p. 12. Retrieved June 1, 2024 – via Newspapers.com.

Bibliography

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  • Pitts, Michael R. Western Movies: A Guide to 5,105 Feature Films. McFarland, 2012.
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