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Eloise Hardt
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Florence Eloise Hardt
September 17, 1917 Lawton, Oklahoma, U.S.
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| Died | June 25, 2017 (aged 99) |
| Occupation | Film and television actress |
| Years active | 1941–1987 |
| Spouse(s) |
Hans Habe
(m. 1948; div. 1959)Paul McNamara
(m. 1972) |
| Children | Marina Habe |
Florence Eloise Hardt (born September 17, 1917 – died June 25, 2017) was an American actress. She was known for her roles in many films and television shows. Her acting career lasted from 1941 to 1987.
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Eloise Hardt's Acting Journey
Eloise Hardt was born on September 17, 1917, in Lawton, Oklahoma. Her mother was Cherokee, and her father was German. When she was 13, her family moved to California. There, she started working as a model.
Starting in Hollywood
A famous photographer named Tom Kelley took pictures of Eloise. These photos helped her meet John Huston, a well-known film director. He helped her get a contract with Columbia Pictures, a big movie studio.
Her acting career began in 1941. Her first movie was called You Belong to Me.
Television and Film Roles
Eloise Hardt appeared in many films. Sometimes, her roles were not officially listed in the movie credits. She also made a guest appearance in the TV series Alfred Hitchcock Presents. In 1959, she starred in a new CBS TV show called The Dennis O'Keefe Show. She played a character named Karen Hadley.
Hardt was a guest star on many popular television shows. These included Charlie's Angels, Dr. Kildare, The Donna Reed Show, and Dynasty. She also appeared in Death Valley Days, Lawman, Perry Mason, and Columbo. Her last acting role was in the TV series Hotel. She also played Rita Beacon in the daytime soap opera Days of Our Lives.
Family Life
Eloise Hardt was married to Hans Habe. They had one daughter together, named Marina Elizabeth Habe.
Later Years and Passing
Eloise Hardt passed away in June 2017. She was 99 years old. She died in Palos Verdes Estates, California, U.S.
Selected Filmography
- Alfred Hitchcock Presents (1956) (Season 2 Episode 13: "Mr. Blanchard's Secret") as Maid
