Elaine Stewart (1929-2011)

biography

Born Elsy Steinberg in Montclair, New Jersey, on May 31, 1929, beautiful actress Elaine Stewart worked as an usherette, cashier, and model before entering films in 1951. Upon signing with MGM in 1951, the studio began using her in bit parts. She can be seen in Singin' in the Rain and Sky Full of Moon, but soon she moved into bigger roles in The Bad and the Beautiful (1952; with Lana Turner and Gilbert Roland) and Brigadoon (1954; with Van Johnson and Gene Kelly).

When her contract with MGM lapsed in 1954, Stewart took a three-year hiatus from films, traveling extensively and exploring other career venues. However, she returned to acting with the release of the 1957 Universal-International film The Tattered Dress with Jeff Chandler. In the early 1960s, she made a couple of films in Italy, including The Seven Revenges (1961; with Ed Fury).

the films of elaine stewart

Code Two (1953)

Take the High Ground! (1953)

The Adventures of Hajji Baba (1954)

Brigadoon (1954)

The Tattered Dress (1957)

High Hell (1958)

Most Dangerous Man Alive (1961)

Gambit (1972-1976 TV Series)

later yeas

Stewart wrapped up her film career with the release of Peccati d'estate in 1962. Afterward, Stewart made a few guest appearances on such television series as Perry Mason and Burke's Law before walking away from acting. Following her divorce from actor Bill Carter in 1963, she married game show producer Merrill Heatter in 1964, who along with Bob Quigley produced the original Hollywood Squares from 1966 through 1980. Although marriage and being a mother to two children prevented her from returning to acting, Stewart later appeared on two of Heatter-Quigley's game shows, Gambit and High Rollers before her retirement in the mid 1970s. Sadly, Elaine Stewart passed away after a long illness on June 27, 2011, at the age of 82. She is survived by her husband and children.

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TELEVISION
Perry Mason: 50th Anniversary Edition [DVD] DVD
Twelve of the series's best episodes--including "The Case of the Wary Wildcatter," "The Case of the Treacherous Toupee," "The Case of the Counterfeit Crank," "The Case of the Shoplifter's Shoe," and "The Case of the Final Fade-Out"--have been collected in this four-disc set. Also included is "Perry Mason Returns" (1985), the TV movie that finds the legal eagle (Raymond Burr), now a judge, stepping down from the bench to defend former secretary Della Street (Barbara Hale) when she's accused of murder. 12 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; featurette; interviews; photo gallery; TV spots; screen tests; more.
Burke's Law: Season One, Vol. 1 [DVD](1963) DVD
The first 16 episodes from the first season--including "Who Killed Holly Howard?," "Who Killed Cable Roberts?," "Who Killed Alex Debbs?," "Who Killed the Kind Doctor?," and "Who Killed Snooky Martinelli?"--have been collected in a four-disc set. 13 1/3 hrs. total. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; vintage commercials; more. **16 episodes on 4 discs. 13 1/3 hrs.**

FILM
Greatest Classic Films Collection: American Musicals [DVD] DVD
Two-disc set includes "Meet Me in St. Louis," "Easter Parade," "Singin' in the Rain," and "The Band Wagon." NOTE: This Title Is Out Of Print; Limit One Per Customer.
Young Bess [DVD](1953) DVD
Lavish historical drama about the incredible early life of Queen Elizabeth I (Jean Simmons), chronicling her relationship with her father, Henry VIII (Charles Laughton); her half-brother Edward VI's rise to power; and her romance with a married naval officer (Stewart Granger). With Deborah Kerr, Guy Rolfe. 112 min. Standard; Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.
Brigadoon [DVD](1954) DVD
New Yorkers Gene Kelly and Van Johnson stumble upon a magical Scottish village which comes alive every 100 years, where Kelly falls in love with enchantress Cyd Charisse and must decide to stay or return to his humdrum life. The classic Lerner and Loewe score includes "From This Day On," "I'll Go Home with Bonnie Jean," "The Heather on the Hill." 108 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtracks: English Dolby Digital 5.1, French Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish; song outtakes; audio outtake; theatrical trailer.
Night Passage [DVD](1957) DVD
When Grant McLaine (James Stewart) is entrusted with taking the railroad's payroll to the end of the line, he must face off against his fearsome train-robbing brother, "the Utica Kid" (Audie Murphy). Forced to choose between duty and family, can Grant bring his unlawful sibling to justice? Thrilling western yarn co-stars Dan Duryea, Brandon De Wilde. 91 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: French, Spanish; theatrical trailer.
James Stewart: The Western Collection [DVD] DVD
Six-disc set includes "Destry Rides Again," "Winchester '73" (1950), "Bend of the River," "The Far Country" (1955), "Night Passage," and "The Rare Breed."
Escort West [DVD](1958) DVD
Travelling west after the Civil War, ex-Confederate officer Victor Mature and his daughter meet up with two sisters who survived an Indian attack and journey with them to a cavalry outpost where one woman's fiance is stationed. When the camp comes under siege, Mature must deal with his attraction to the engaged woman as he prepares for the fight of his life. Elaine Stewart, Faith Domergue also star. 76 min. Standard and Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono; Subtitles: English, French, Spanish.
The Rise And Fall Of Legs Diamond (Remastered Edition) [DVD](1960) DVD
Jolting gangster fare chronicles the life of legendary 1920s hood Jack "Legs" Diamond. Beginning his criminal career as a two-bit jewel thief, Legs works his way up to a position as bodyguard to a notorious mobster--fully intending to take over his empire--before establishing himself as one of New York City's most feared kingpins. Ray Danton electrifies in the title role, with support from Karen Steele, Elaine Stewart, Warren Oates, and Dyan Cannon. 101 min. Widescreen (Enhanced); Soundtrack: English Dolby Digital mono.

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filmography

FILM
Island Affair (1962) with Mark Damon
The Most Dangerous Man Alive (1961) with Ron Randell, Debra Paget, Anthony Caruso, Gregg Palmer, and Morris Ankrum
The Seven Revenges (1961) with Ed Fury
The Rise and Fall of Legs Diamond (1960) with Ray Danton, Dyan Cannon, and Warren Oates
High Hell (1958) with John Derek
Escort West (1958) with Victor Mature and Faith Domergue
Night Passage (1957) with James Stewart, Audie Murphy, and Hugh Beaumont
The Tattered Dress (1957) with Jeff Chandler, Jeanne Crain, Jack Carson, and Gail Russell
The Adventures of Hajji Baba (1954) with John Derek and Amanda Blake
Brigadoon (1954) with Gene Kelly, Van Johnson, and Cyd Charisse
A Slight Case of Larceny (1953) with Mickey Rooney and Eddie Bracken
Take the High Ground! (1953) with Richard Widmark and Russ Tamblyn
Young Bess (1953) with Jean Simmons, Stewart Granger, and Deborah Kerr
Code Two (1953) with Ralph Meeker, Sally Forrest, Jeff Richards, Robert Horton, William Campbell, and Chuck Connors
The Bad and the Beautiful (1952) with Lana Turner, Kirk Douglas, Gilbert Roland, and Gloria Grahame
Desperate Search (1952) with Howard Keel and Jeff Richards
Everything I Have Is Yours (1952) with Marge and Gower Champion
Sky Full of Moon (1952) with Jan Sterling
You for Me (1952) with Peter Lawford
Singin' in the Rain (1952) with Gene Kelly, Donald O'Connor, Debbie Reynolds, and Jean Hagen
Sailor Beware (1951) with Dean Martin, Jerry Lewis, Corinne Calvet, and Vince Edwards

TELEVISION SERIES
High Rollers, 1974-1980 TV game show. Stewart acted as hostess during the 1974-1975 season for the syndicated version of this game show
Gambit, 1972-1976 TV game show. Stewart served as the card dealer

TELEVISION GUEST APPEARANCES
Perry Mason, episode The Case of the Capering Camera, originally aired January 16, 1964
Burke's Law, episode Who Killed Billy Jo?, originally aired November 8, 1963
Bat Masterson, episode The Rage of Princess Ann, originally aired October 20, 1960
The Third Man, episode The Trouble at Drill Hill, originally aired February 20, 1959

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Watch the trailer for Elaine Stewart's 1954 film Brigadoon

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