Joan Caulfield

Date of Birth: June 1, 1922

Zodiac Sign: Gemini

Date of Death: June 18, 1991

Biography

Joan Caulfield was a prominent American actress and former fashion model, celebrated for her work in film and television during the mid-20th century. Born on June 1, 1922, in West Orange, New Jersey, Caulfield initially pursued a career in modeling before transitioning to acting. She gained early recognition for her work on Broadway, which led to a contract with Paramount Pictures in the 1940s. Caulfield quickly became a popular leading lady, known for her roles in movies such as “The Unsuspected” (1947) and “The Petty Girl” (1950). Her wholesome beauty and charm endeared her to American audiences, and she continued to work steadily in both film and television throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Notable television appearances include her work on “The Ford Television Theatre” and “My Favorite Husband.” Joan Caulfield also made guest appearances on popular TV shows like “Perry Mason” and “Burke’s Law.” Despite her success, Caulfield’s career began to wane in the 1970s, and she eventually retired from acting. Joan Caulfield passed away on June 18, 1991, in Los Angeles, California, leaving behind a legacy of classic Hollywood performances that continue to be celebrated by fans and film historians.

5 Interesting Facts about Joan Caulfield

1. Joan Caulfield was discovered by Broadway legend George Abbott, which led to her first major role in the play “Beat the Band.”

2. She was featured on the cover of Life magazine on April 11, 1949.

3. Caulfield’s transition from Broadway to Hollywood was marked by her debut in the 1945 film “Miss Susie Slagle’s.”

4. She was married twice, first to film producer Frank Ross and later to dentist Robert Peterson.

5. Joan Caulfield was known for her striking blue eyes, which became one of her most distinguishing features on screen.

5 Most Interesting Quotes from Joan Caulfield

1. “I guess I’ve always been a little independent.”

2. “I’m not wholesome at all. I detest homey things like cooking and bedmaking and Peter Pan collars. I like to wear slacks and play golf and go out.”

3. “Acting is nothing more than being on time and knowing your lines.”

4. “I think I fail to realize the power and influence I have to change things.”

5. “The only pleasure I get out of acting is when I feel that I really nailed a scene.”

Highest Net Worth Achieved

At the peak of her career, Joan Caulfield’s net worth was estimated to be around $10 million.

Children

Joan Caulfield had two children. She had a son, John Caulfield Peterson, with her second husband, Robert Peterson, and a daughter, Caulfield Kevin Ross, from her first marriage to Frank Ross.