Fay McKenzie

Fay McKenzie was a retired American film, television, and Broadway actress known for her roles in Gene Autry films and her supporting role in the 1968 film 'The Party'. She made her screen debut at only ten weeks old in the film 'Station Content' in 1918.

Movie Actress

February 19, 1918

April 16, 2019

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Born on February 19, 1918, Fay McKenzie was an American actress and singer with a career that spanned over a century. She started acting as a child, making her screen debut at just ten weeks old in “Station Content” (1918), where she was carried in the arms of Gloria Swanson. Throughout the 1930s, McKenzie appeared in numerous uncredited roles and occasionally had credited parts in films like “The Boss Cowboy” (1934) and “Assassin of Youth” (1937).

McKenzie gained popularity in the 1940s for her performances in Gene Autry films such as “Down Mexico Way,” “Sierra Sue,” “Cowboy Serenade,” “Heart of the Rio Grande,” and “Home in Wyomin’.” She also had supporting roles in director Blake Edwards’ films, including the 1968 hit “The Party,” where she portrayed Alice Clutterbuck.

In addition to her film career, McKenzie found success on Broadway, appearing in productions like “The Pajama Game.” She also made regular appearances on television shows such as “Petticoat Junction” and “The Beverly Hillbillies.”

Fay McKenzie passed away peacefully in her sleep on April 16, 2019, at the age of 101. She was one of the last ten actors to have appeared in a silent film during the Silent Era, making her a beloved figure in Hollywood history.