Obituary of Susan Hayward

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Susan Hayward

Susan Hayward (born June 30th, 1917 in Brooklyn, New York) was a Film Actress who was best known for many movies from the 1940s and 50s. Susan died on March 14th, 1975 and her death was possibly because of brain cancer. She was 57.

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Susan Hayward Biography Wiki:

    • Is She Dead or Alive: Dead
    • Full Name: Hayward, Susan
    • Common Name: Susan Hayward
    • Gender: Female
    • Preferred Gender Pronoun: she/her
    • Birthplace: Brooklyn, New York, United States
    • Birth Date: June 30, 1917
    • Age: 57 (at death)
    • Also Known As: Red, Edythe Marrenner
    • Occupation: Film Actress
    • Nationality: American
    • Favorite Food: Pringles chips
    • Favorite Color: Green
    • Favorite Scent: Tom Ford Noir Extreme
    • Favorite Actor: Robert De Niro

    Susan's Family Tree

    • Birth Name: Edythe Marrenner
    • Father: Walter Marrenner (1879-1938)
    • Mother: Ellen Marrenner (née Pearson, 1888-1958)
    • Spouse/Partner:
      • Floyd Eaton Chalkley (married 8 February 1957-9 January 1966, his death)
      • Jess Barker (married 24 July 1944-divorced 18 August 1954)
    • Son(s):
      • Gregory Barker (twin, born February 19, 1945)
      • Timothy Barker (twin, born February 19, 1945)

Death Notice:

  • Date: March 14 1975 at age 57
  • Place: Hollywood, California, United States
  • Cause of Death: Brain cancer

Category Tags:

Film ActressAmerican Born on June 30th Born in 1917 Born in New York Died in 1975 Died at age 57 Died from Brain cancer

Quotable Quotes:

"I learned at a very early age that life is a battle. My family was poor, my neighborhood was poor. The only way that I could get away from the awfulness of life, at that time, was at the movies. There I decided that my big aim was to make money. And it was there that I became a very determined woman." (IMDB)

"Susan Hayward lived her life with grace, strength, and determination, leaving behind a legacy that continues to inspire others even after her passing. (V)"

"Susan Hayward lived a vibrant and successful life as an actress, known for her captivating performances on the Hollywood screen, before her passing. (V)"

Is Ms. Susan Hayward still alive? According to our unconfirmed records, she has passed away.

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Wiki Page Updated: 2025-06-02 09:50:37
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