Marjorie Lord Biography

Fast Facts

• Was a supporter of several non-profit organizations, including the Blue Ribbon, the Joffrey Ballet and the Hollywood Entertainment Museum
• Made her Broadway debut opposite Dame Judith Anderson in "The Old Maid" at the age of 16
• Was discovered by Henry Koster while performing on stage in "Springtime for Henry" and signed with Universal Studios, where she made six films before signing with James Cagney's company
• Made her screen acting debut in the film "Border Cafe" in 1937
• After her time on "Make Room for Daddy," she returned to her theater career to avoid being typecast as the dutiful wife in other television series
• Also directed several stage productions, including "Forty Carrots," "Mary Mary" and "Finishing Touches․"
• Best known for playing Kathy Williams in "Make Room for Daddy" and Nancy Partridge in "Sherlock Holmes in Washington․"
• Got her role on "Make Room for Daddy" after her co-star, Danny Thomas, saw her performing on stage in "Anniversary Waltz․"