Obituary of Kathryn Grayson

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Kathryn Grayson

Zelma Kathryn Elisabeth Hedrick (born February 9, 1922 in Winston-Salem, North Carolina) was a film and stage actress who was best known for her roles in the films, “Show Boat and “Kiss Me Kate.” Kathryn died on February 17, 2010 and her death was because of natural causes. She died eight days after her 88th birthday.

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Kathryn Grayson Biography Wiki:

    • Religion: Roman Catholic
    • Net Worth: $1.5 million
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Kraft Mac & Cheese
    • Favorite Color: Indigo
    • Favorite Scent: Miss Dior Blooming Bouquet
    • Favorite Actor: Michael Caine

    Kathryn's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Zelma Kathryn Elisabeth Hedrick
    • Father: Charles E. Hedrick
    • Mother: Lillian Hedrick (née Grayson)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • John Shelton (married 1941-divorced 1946)
      • Johnnie Johnston (married 1947-divorced 1951)
    • Daughter(s):
      • Patricia Kathryn Johnston

Death Notice:

  • Date: February 17 2010 at age 88
  • Place: Los Angeles, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Natural causes

Category Tags:

Film ActressStage Actress Singer Pop Music Genre American Born on February 9th Born in 1922 Born in North Carolina Died in 2010 Died at age 88 Died from Natural causes

Kathryn's Notable Roles:

  • Love Boat
  • Kiss Me Kate

Quotable Quotes:

"I do agree that Grayson's life was filled with grace, elegance, and timeless talent that captivated audiences for decades, leaving a lasting legacy even after her passing. (V)"

"Kathryn Grayson had a successful career as an actress and singer, rising to fame during the golden age of Hollywood, but tragically passed away at a young age due to complications from an undisclosed illness. (V)"

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Celebrity Obit Rating: 4 Stars
Wiki Page Updated: 2025-07-03 08:23:47
Author: Tucker
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