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Beverly Tyler
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Tyler in 1950
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| Born |
Beverly Jean Saul
July 5, 1927 Scranton, Pennsylvania, U.S.
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| Died | November 23, 2005 (aged 78) Reno, Nevada, U.S.
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| Resting place | Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery, Reno, Nevada |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1940–1990 |
| Spouse(s) |
Jim Jordan Jr.
(m. 1962; died 1998) |
| Children | 4 |
Beverly Tyler (born Beverly Jean Saul, July 5, 1927 – November 23, 2005) was an American actress and singer. She was known for her roles in movies during the 1940s and 1950s, especially with MGM. She also appeared in many "B movies," which were shorter, lower-budget films.
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Growing Up: Beverly Tyler's Early Life
Beverly Tyler was born in Scranton, Pennsylvania, on July 5, 1927. Her parents made sure she had piano and music lessons from a young age. She grew up in Dunmore, Pennsylvania, right next to Scranton.
Beverly went to Central High School. Her family was very involved in the Dunmore Methodist Church, where Beverly sang in the choir. When she was just 14 years old, Beverly took some screen and voice tests. She was told, "you're a movie actress!"
Movies and TV Shows
Beverly Tyler's first movie was The Youngest Profession (1943). She was listed as Beverly Jean Saul in this film. She acted in over 30 movies between 1943 and 1957.
Some of her notable films include:
- The Green Years (1946)
- My Brother Talks to Horses (1947)
- The Fireball (1950)
- Voodoo Island (1957)
- Toughest Gun in Tombstone (1958)
- Hong Kong Confidential (1958)
In 1953, Beverly played Lorelei Kilbourne on the TV show Big Town. She also appeared on other popular TV shows. These included The Andy Griffith Show, Bonanza, and Hazel.
Stage Performances
When she was a teenager, Beverly Tyler performed on Broadway. She had the main female role in a 1945 play called The Firebird of Florence.
Later Years and Family Life
Beverly's last TV appearance was in 1961. For the next few decades, she focused on her family. She was also a regular performer in local theater and supper clubs in Reno, Nevada. She retired from acting in 1990.
In 1950, she returned to her hometown area of Scranton/Dunmore. She was there to promote her movie The Fireball. The mayor, James T. Hanlon, even gave her the key to the city! In 1990, after she retired, she visited her old neighborhood again. She spent a few weeks there with a childhood friend.
Personal Life
While working in Hollywood, Beverly was often seen at popular nightclubs. She was sometimes with famous actors like Mickey Rooney, Rory Calhoun, and Peter Lawford.
In May 1962, Beverly married Jim Jordan, Jr. His parents were the famous radio stars, Fibber McGee and Molly. Beverly and Jim had four children together: one son and three daughters. They were married until Jim's death in December 1998.
Death
Beverly Tyler, known by her married name Beverly Jordan, passed away on November 23, 2005. She died in Reno, Nevada, due to a pulmonary embolism. She was buried at Our Mother of Sorrows Cemetery in Reno, Nevada.
