Diana Lynn
Actress

Diana Lynn Net Worth

Diana Lynn was a child prodigy and pianist who made her first movie appearance at age 10. She signed a long-term contract with Paramount in 1942 and had her name changed to Diana Lynn. She had good roles in several films, including "The Major and the Minor" (1942) and "The Miracle of Morgan's Creek" and "Our Hearts Were Young and Gay" (both 1944). She had fewer roles as she matured, but had a nice career on TV shows. She married twice, first to architect John C. Lindsay and then to Mortimer C. Hall, president of L.A. radio station KLAC. She had four children with him and the family moved to New York City. She passed away in 1971 of a stroke/brain hemorrhage in Los Angeles.
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Age, Biography and Wiki

Who is it? Actress, Soundtrack
Birth Day July 05, 1926
Birth Place  Los Angeles, California, United States
Age 94 YEARS OLD
Died On December 18, 1971(1971-12-18) (aged 45)\nNew York City, U.S.
Birth Sign Scorpio
Resting place Church of Heavenly Rest, New York
Years active 1939–1970
Spouse(s) John C. Lindsey (1948–1953) (divorced) Mortimer Hall (1956–1971; her death)
Children 4, including Dolly Hall

💰 Net worth: $10 Million (2024)

Diana Lynn, renowned for her exceptional acting skills and melodious voice, has carved a prominent place in the entertainment industry. With an estimated net worth of $10 million expected by 2024, she has solidified her status as a successful actress and soundtrack artist in the United States. Diana Lynn's talent, versatility, and ability to captivate audiences have undoubtedly contributed to her considerable wealth. Throughout her career, she has garnered both critical acclaim and a substantial fan base, ensuring her continued success and financial prosperity.

Biography/Timeline

1942

In 1942, Parents magazine named Lynn "the most talented Juvenile Actress." She has two stars on the Hollywood Walk of Fame: for motion pictures, at 1625 Vine Street, and for television, at 6350 Hollywood Boulevard.

1944

Her comedic scenes with Ginger Rogers in The Major and the Minor were well received, and in 1944 she scored an outstanding success in Preston Sturges' The Miracle of Morgan's Creek. She appeared in two Henry Aldrich films, and played Writer Emily Kimbrough in two films Our Hearts Were Young and Gay and Our Hearts Were Growing Up both co-starring Gail Russell.

1947

In 1947, a three-record album of Lynn's piano playing included Mozart's Rondo, Laura, and Body and Soul.

1948

Lynn married Architect John C. Lindsay December 18, 1948; they divorced in June 1953. Lynn was then married in 1956 to Mortimer Hall, son of New York Post newspaper publisher Dorothy Schiff.

1950

During the 1950s, Lynn acted in a number of films, portraying Spencer Tracy's daughter in the crime drama The People Against O'Hara and the female lead in the much lampooned Bedtime for Bonzo opposite Ronald Reagan. She also had many TV leading roles during the 1950s, particularly in the middle years of the decade. As a solo Pianist, she released at least one single on Capitol Records with backing by the Paul Weston orchestra.

1960

She acted frequently in television guest roles throughout the 1960s. By 1970, she had virtually retired from acting and had relocated to New York City, where she was running a travel agency. She appeared in Company of Killers, a film made for television. Paramount then offered her a part in a new film, Play It as It Lays, and after some consideration, Lynn accepted the offer and moved back to Los Angeles.

1964

In 1964, Lynn had a six-month stint on Broadway, replacing Barbara Bel Geddes in Mary, Mary. In the early 1950s, she starred with Maurice Evans in The Wild Duck on Broadway.

1971

Before filming started on Play It as It Lays, Lynn suffered a stroke and died on December 18, 1971, at the age of 45. Lynn was cremated. A funeral Service was held at Church of the Heavenly Rest in New York City, and a memorial Service was held at All Saints Episcopal Church in Beverly Hills, California.

1980

Another daughter, Susan, a.k.a. Daisy Hall, is an alumna of the Emma Willard School for Girls in Troy, New York, and as an Actress herself, has starred in numerous French- and lesser-known American-produced films, during the 1980s, '90s and 2000s.

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