Obituary of Jeanne Crain

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Jeanne Crain

Jeanne Elizabeth Crain (born May 25, 1925 in Barstow, California) was a film actress who was best known for her academy award winning title role in the 1949 drama film, “Pinky” and for her role as Ruth in the 1945 drama film, “Leave Her to Heaven.” Jeanne died on December 14, 2003 and her death was because of a heart attack. She died at age 78.

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Jeanne Crain Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Crain, Jeanne
    • Common Name: Jeanne Crain
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Barstow, California, United States
    • Birth Date: May 25, 1925
    • Age: 78 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Jeanne Crain Brinkman
    • Occupations:
    • Active Years: 1943-1972
    • Religion: Catholic
    • Net Worth: $5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Chicken Fried Steak
    • Favorite Color: Sky Blue
    • Favorite Scent: Elizabeth Arden White Tea
    • Favorite Actor: Humphrey Bogart

    Jeanne's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Jeanne Elizabeth Crain
    • Father: George A. Crain
    • Mother: Loretta Crain (née Carr)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Paul Brinkman (married 1945-2003, his death)
    • Son(s):
      • Christopher Brinkman (1965-1997)
      • Paul F. Brinkman Jr.
      • Michael Brinkman (1949-1992)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Lisabette Brinkman
      • Timothy Brinkman
      • Jeanine Brinkman
      • Maria Brinkman

Death Notice:

  • Date: December 14 2003 at age 78
  • Place: Santa Barbara, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Heart Attack
  • Funeral Arrangements: Held at Santa Barbara Mission
  • Interment: Buried at Santa Barbara Cemetery in Santa Barbara, California

Category Tags:

Film ActressTV Actress American Born on May 25th Born in 1925 Born in California Died in 2003 Died at age 78 Died from Heart Attack

Jeanne's Notable Roles:

  • Pinky
  • Leave Her to Heaven

Quotable Quotes:

"Jeanne Crain lived a remarkable life filled with talent, grace, and kindness, leaving behind a lasting legacy that continues to inspire others. (V)"

"Jeanne Crain had a successful professional life as an actress in Hollywood, starring in numerous films throughout the 1940s and 1950s. Unfortunately, her career was cut short by her untimely death at the age of 78. (V)"

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