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Raven De La Croix
Born
Lynn Christie Martin

(1947-08-24) August 24, 1947 (age 77)
Other names Raven De Lumiere

Raven De La Croix was born Lynn Christie Martin on August 24, 1947. She is an American actress. She is best known for her main role in the 1976 film Up!, directed by Russ Meyer.

When Russ Meyer first met her, she had no acting experience. This happened at a place called Joe Allen's in West Hollywood, California. Film critic Owen Gleiberman once said she was one of Meyer's most impressive actresses. Raven De La Croix is also the granddaughter of Lieutenant William Knox Martin, who was a pioneer in aviation.

Early Life and Career

Raven De La Croix was born as Lynn Christie Martin in Manhattan, New York City. She grew up in a large family and was the oldest of eight children. Her father had Comanche heritage, and her mother was French-American.

Before becoming an actress, she was a licensed nurse. She worked at the Columbia Presbyterian Hospital for a while. She also had several other jobs.

One day, a talent scout noticed her in a Hollywood restaurant. This led to her meeting with film director Russ Meyer. This meeting helped her start her acting career.

Films and TV Shows

Raven De La Croix has appeared in many films and television shows. She often took on different roles behind the scenes too.

Films

Year Title Role Other notes
1976 Up! Margo Winchester She designed her own costumes and did her own stunts.
1977 The Chicken Chronicles Mrs. Worth
1978 Jokes My Folks Never Told Me Bride
1980 The Blues Brothers Woman in Concert Crowd (uncredited role)
1984 The Lost Empire Whitestar She was also an associate producer and costume designer. She handled animals and did her own stunts.
1987 Heat and Sunlight as herself, Raven De La Croix
1996 The Elastic Zenith Narrator She was also a co-producer for this documentary.
2001 The Double-D Avenger Dr. De La Croix
2005 Frankenstein vs. the Creature from Blood Cove Gypsy Woman
2006 Alien Secrets Brandon's Sister-in-Law She was also a co-producer.

Television

Year Title Role Other notes
1982 Hear No Evil Candy Burns
1987 A Current Affair as Rev. Dr. Lynn Christie Ana
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