Jean Adair
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jean Adair (June 13, 1873, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada — May 11, 1953, New York City) was a Canadian actress. Born as Violet McNaughton, she worked primarily on stage but also made several film appearances late in her career, most notably as one of Cary Grant's dotty old aunts in Arsenic and Old Lace, a role she originated on Broadway. Like many stage...
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia. Jean Adair (June 13, 1873, Hamilton, Ontario, Canada — May 11, 1953, New York City) was a Canadian actress. Born as Violet McNaughton, she worked primarily on stage but also made several film appearances late in her career, most notably as one of Cary Grant's dotty old aunts in Arsenic and Old Lace, a role she originated on Broadway. Like many stage...
Known For
Arsenic and Old Lace
as Aunt Martha Brewster
The Naked City
as Little Old Lady (Uncredited)
Something in the Wind
as Aunt Mary Collins
Cast Credits
The Naked City
as Little Old Lady (Uncredited)
Something in the Wind
as Aunt Mary Collins
Living in a Big Way
as Abigail Morgan
Arsenic and Old Lace
as Aunt Martha Brewster