Quick Facts
Born:
1915-12-29
Birthplace:
Oakland, California, USA
Credits:
47 Total Roles
Jo Van Fleet
Acting
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Biography
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Catherine Josephine Van Fleet (December 30, 1914 – June 10, 1996) was an American stage, film, and television actress. During her long career, which spanned over four decades, she often played characters much older than her actual age. Van Fleet won a Tony Award in 1954 for her performance in the Broadway production The Trip to Bountiful, and the next year she won an Oscar for her supporting role in East of Eden.
Catherine Josephine Van Fleet (December 30, 1914 – June 10, 1996) was an American stage, film, and television actress. During her long career, which spanned over four decades, she often played characters much older than her actual age. Van Fleet won a Tony Award in 1954 for her performance in the Broadway production The Trip to Bountiful, and the next year she won an Oscar for her supporting role in East of Eden.
Known For
Cool Hand Luke
Arletta
The Tenant
Madame Dioz
East of Eden
Kate Trask
Bonanza
Amy Wilder
Gunfight at the O.K. Corral
Kate Fisher
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Mrs. Shrike
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Anna Kaminsky
Alfred Hitchcock Presents
Molly
Full Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1986 | Seize the Day MOVIE | Mrs. Einhorn |
| 1980 | Power TV | Mother Vanda |
| 1976 | The Tenant MOVIE | Madame Dioz |
| 1974 | Police Woman TV | Irini Karabetas |
| 1973 | Satan's School for Girls MOVIE | Headmistress Jessica Williams |
| 1972 | The Family Rico MOVIE | Mama Rico |
| 1971 | The Gang That Couldn't Shoot Straight MOVIE | Big Momma |
| 1971 | Paradise Lost MOVIE | Clara Gordon |
| 1969 | 80 Steps to Jonah MOVIE | Nonna |
| 1969 | Medical Center TV | Leah |