Web. Qemist (talk) 08:46, 8 March 2012 (UTC)Reply[reply]. Risk factors for the disease include smoking, diabetes, and certain hereditary conditions. WebJust as TCM was airing the 1950s SciFi Classic, Forbidden Planet, the star of that movie, Anne Francis, died. She was considered moderately pretty. Anne Francis stars in Forbidden Planet / Cardinal Wolsey put a stop to the romance, which could be why Anne engendered such a hatred of him later in life. Her christening service was scaled down, but still a pleasant affair. Frustrated at the standard cheesecake treatment she was receiving in Hollywood, the serious-minded actress trekked back to New York where she appeared to good notice on television's "Golden Age" drama and found some summer stock work on the sly ("My Sister Eileen").Discovered and signed by 20th Century-Fox's Darryl F. Zanuck after playing a seductive, child-bearing juvenile delinquent in the low budget film So Young, So Bad (1950), Anne soon starred in a number of promising ingnue roles, including Elopement (1951), Lydia Bailey (1952), and Dreamboat (1952) but she still could not seem to rise above the starlet typecast. Her first recorded appearance at Court was March 1, 1522 at a masque. The character made young women think there was more they could reach for. WebFrancis died Sunday, Jan. 2, of pancreatic cancer at a rest home in Santa Barbara, Calif. She was 80. Honey West lasted only one season, 1965-66, on ABC. Sir Thomas Wyatt was also arrested, but later released. Jane Elizabeth was born with the same trade mark mole as her mother. The actress, who underwent surgery and chemotherapy after being diagnosed with lung cancer in 2007, died of complications of pancreatic cancer at a Santa Barbara retirement home, the Los Angeles Times reported. Encyclopdia Britannica Inc., 2012. All rights reserved. Among her other films were Bad Day at Black Rock (1955) with Spencer Tracy and Robert Ryan, A Lion Is in the Streets (1953) with James Cagney, and Hook, Line and Sinker (1969) with Jerry Lewis. WebThe curvaceous, blonde, 5ft 8in Francis, with a becoming little mole next to her mouth, was never eye-proof, especially during the films of the 1950s that launched her career proper Anne's body and head were put into an arrow chest and buried in an unmarked grave in the Chapel of St. Peter ad Vincula which adjoined the Tower Green. I had managers who said, "Look, you're an actress. Francis died Sunday at a Santa Barbara nursing home, said Bill Guntle, a funeral director McDermott-Crockett & Associates Mortuary in Santa Barbara. The latest fashion news, beauty coverage, celebrity style, fashion week updates, culture reviews, and videos on Vogue.com. She immediately underwent chemotherapy and, in February 2008, underwent surgery to remove the upper lobe of her right lung. ", she expresses it with her eyes and is quite curious and happy to learn about man-woman relationships, and the art of kissing, from the new arrivals. She was born on September 16, 1930 in Ossining, New York (which is near Sing Sing prison), the only child of Phillip Ward [After her character was discontinued on "Riptide" (1984)] I don't think the networks give much consideration about women on action shows. The daughter of Philip Marvak, a businessman, and his wife Edith, Anne was a photographers model by her fifth birthday. Yet there was far more to the preternaturally poised, immensely talented Francis than mere looks. The poster artwork for Forbidden Planet MGMs 1956 reworking of Shakespeares The Tempest into a science-fiction parable of ego vs. id showed a fearsome cyborg holding a sleeping blond in a diaphanous gown that highlighted her gaudy curves. Anyone who wants to more about the film can click on the link. Her voice is soft and husky kind of makes you feel as though your back is being scratched." Written by. Anne was no doubt frustrated by the lack of progress. Interestingly, shortly before her execution on charges of adultery, the Queen's marriage to the King was dissolved and declared invalid. On April 30, 1536, Anne's musician and friend for several years, Mark Smeaton, was arrested and probably tortured into making 'revelations' about the Queen. 2023 Cond Nast. She may have had some small moles, as most people do, but they would be more like the attractive 'beauty marks'. The biggest beauty stories, trends, and product recommendations. Francis will attend a 6 p.m. ), It happens that Lundigan is talking about another woman, but the attributes fit Francis, who was only 20 during the Elopement shoot. Before filming began, the actors held a meeting and agreed to be as serious about this film as we could be, Ms. Francis said in a 1999 interview. Encyclopdia Britannica Online. WebAnne was of American descent. They were upset to learn that at the Christmas celebrations of 1529, Anne was given precedence over the Duchesses of Norfolk and Suffolk, the latter of which was the King's own sister, Mary. A lifelong trouper in radio, TV, theater and films, Francis is best known for a flurry of mid-50s MGM features, for a couple of indelible episodes of The Twilight Zone and for her one-season TV sleuth series Honey West in 1965-66. Whats that? asks her groom-to-be Lundigan. Her parents had three sons who all died before their first birthday prior to her arrival on 9/16/1930. "Voices from Home" is said to be an interesting read for anyone interested in her thoughts on life, the hereafter and fate. Antonia Fraser puts Anne's birth at 1500 or 1501, probably at Blickling (Norfolk) and the date of birth seems to be at the end of May or early June. I LOVE YOU, DAD HEARING AID COMMERCIAL. Her gratuitous co-star parts opposite some of filmdom's top comics' in their lesser vehicles -- Jerry Lewis' Hook, Line and Sinker (1969) and Don Knotts' The Love God? The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Cond Nast. Sometime near the end of 1532, Anne finally gave way and by December she was pregnant. You're not supposed to do that other business". 2011 CBS Interactive Inc. All Rights Reserved. Anne Francis Anne Franciss Profession & Anne knew that her time would soon come and started to become hysterical, her behavior swinging from great levity to body- wracking sobs. Learn how your comment data is processed. Hurricane Irene Is Over-Hyped. A natural little beauty, she became a John Robert Powers model at age 6 (!) WebSee it for yourself when the 75-year-old actress is honored at "An Evening With Legendary Actress Anne Francis" on Friday at the Castro Theatre. It was then that she made the famous comment about her 'little neck'. And now I look at all the women today who are doing it, and no one's batting an eyelash. The beauty mark was even written into the script of one of her films. "I was going through analysis at the same time and I was playing going through analysis on that film. WilliamSommerwerck (talk) 02:08, 9 September 2010 (UTC)Reply[reply], After editing this paragraph, I realized that the details about the film and role have little to do with Ms Francis, so I removed them and moved this sentence to the preceding paragraph. Then the Queen's own brother, George Boleyn, Lord Rochford was arrested. Her great grandfather, Tench Francis as aide to George Washington. Meanwhile she went to court to attend Queen Catherine. Anne's mother, Edith was the model of a stage mother and got her into magazine modeling and radio before she went to Hollywood. It was not long, however, before she "disappeared" for many years into television, only to emerge spasmodically on to the big screen to remind audiences that she was still around. 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It was a strong performance among many, though the film is best remembered for being the first with a rock'n'roll soundtrack, by Bill Haley and the Comets. First published on January 3, 2011 / 10:25 PM. Yet in reflection, her output, especially in her character years, has been strong and varied, and her realistic take on the whole Hollywood industry quite balanced. ", The curvaceous, blonde, 5ft 8in Francis, with a becoming little mole next to her mouth, was never eye-proof, especially during the films of the 1950s that launched her career proper and sealed her fame. My mother and her mother were sisters. Her brother was tried next, with his own wife testifying against him (she got her due later in the scandal of Kathryn Howard). She was nominated for an Emmy and won a Golden Globe for the role. She was tall (5ft.-8in. We don't know who first had the idea of marriage, but eventually it evolved into "Queen or nothing" for Anne. She was born on September 16, 1930 in Ossining, New York (which is near Sing Sing prison), the only child of Phillip Ward Francis, a businessman/salesman, and the former Edith Albertson. "Robby, I must have a new dress, right away," she tells the android. WebShe was born on September 16, 1930 in Ossining, New York (which is near Sing Sing prison), the only child of Phillip Ward Francis, a businessman/salesman, and the former Edith Albertson. Anne spent part of her childhood at the court of the Archduchess Margaret. Life in England and the Attentions of the King. In her admirers' memories, she conjures up a description that her co-star William Lundigan enunciated in their 1951 comedy Elopement: "Tall, blond, willowy, sort of ripples when she walks She's got those Minnie Mouse eyes, turns 'em on you like a pair of headlights. She was even more impressive as Paul Newman's war-widow sister-in-law in The Rack (1956), and in The Hired Gun (1957), she is sentenced to hang unusually, for a woman in a western for the murder of her husband. Diagnosed with lung cancer in 2007 despite having quit smoking nearly twenty years earlier. Probably at Blickling Hall, Married to Henry VIII: 25 January 1533 2012. The actress, who underwent surgery WebThe daughter of Philip Francis, a businessman, and his wife Edith Albertson Francis" (Emperor 17:50, 20 December 2013 (UTC)) Anne Francis (middle name Lloyd) was born Her racial background was White. A natural little beauty, she became a John Robert Powers model at age 6(!) You're not supposed to do that other business". Warned by her father to avoid contact with the earthmen, she beams up Robby the Robot (Ariel). Sundance Hot List: New Projects From Anne Hathaway, Jonathan Majors and John Carney Will Tempt Buyers in Park City. The argument continues as to whether or not she really had an extra finger on one of her hands, but it seems to be unlikely. Francis had her own TV series, Honey West (1965-66), in which she shone as a sexy and liberated detective, aided by John Ericson (who had played her weak brother in Bad Day at Black Rock). / CBS News, CBS) Cancer has claimed the life of Anne Francis, sexy star of more than 30 movies, including the 1956 sci fi classic "Forbidden Planet.". Anne Francis, TV and Film Actress, Dies at 80, https://www.nytimes.com/2011/01/04/arts/04francis.html. Pancreatic cancer is a notorious killer. "What's that?" She was born Sept. 16, 1930, with that mole and a work ethic that never quit. On the first day of September 1532, she was created Marquess of Pembroke, a title she held in her own right. She appeared in dozens of series, including Mission: Impossible, Gunsmoke, The Twilight Zone, Charlies Angels and The Golden Girls.. WebLuckily, her mother talked her out of having it removed, and the rest is supermodel history: With the help of her million-dollar mole, the small-town beauty would soon find herself on WebAnne Francis (also known as Anne Lloyd Francis; September 16, 1930 January 2, 2011) was an American actress known for her ground-breaking roles in the science-fiction film Some psychotic people found that mole of hers to be sexy but it just made me sick. While never exactly exclaiming "O brave new world that has such people in it! The legend of Anne Boleyn always includes a sixth finger and a large mole or goiter on her neck. google_color_bg = "FFFEEE"; I've fixed this idiocy, and I dare you to revert it. Because of her position, it is possible that she was at the Field of Cloth of Gold, the famous meeting between Henry VIII and the WebFrancis died Sunday, Jan. 2, of pancreatic cancer at a rest home in Santa Barbara, Calif. She was 80. and swiftly moved into radio IMDb 744k followers More information Anne Francis. A former model and cover girl she took flying lessons but had to give them up before getting her licence because she was pregnant. "Again?" She received news that an expert swordsman from Calais had been summoned, who would no doubt deliver a cleaner blow with a sharp sword than the traditional axe. Born in 1930 in Ossining, New York, Francis began work as a model as a young girl and made her Broadway debut at just 11 years old. See androids fighting Brad and Janet / However, the studio only gave her bit parts in three films. She was on television when it was just a gadget, appearing in CBS-TVs first color tests before World War II. WebCBS) Cancer has claimed the life of Anne Francis, sexy star of more than 30 movies, including the 1956 sci fi classic "Forbidden Planet." The sword itself had been hidden under the straw. Ms. Francis, with blond hair and a prominent beauty mark near one corner of her mouth, appeared in some of the most popular films of the 1950s. The Tower of London, Buried: 19 May 1536 Vogue may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. google_ad_height = 600; In 1535, she became pregnant again but miscarried by the end of January. Her beauty cloaked her brains without obscuring them. In 1528, Anne's emergence at Court began. "Science Fiction Double Feature," a song from Richard O'Brien's The Rocky Horror Show. WebFrancis was well-known for striking physical assets flowing blonde hair, mesmerizing blue eyes and a trademark mole just to the right of her lower lip. Has two daughters, Jane Elizabeth Abeloff (born March 21, 1962) and Margaret Francis West. Henry hated writing letters, and very few documents in his own hand survive. Anne Francis Bikini Pics. At MGM, she found promising leading lady work in a few noteworthy 1950s classics: Bad Day at Black Rock (1955); Blackboard Jungle (1955); and the science fiction cult classic Forbidden Planet (1956). Because of her position, it is possible that she was at the Field of Cloth of Gold, the famous meeting between Henry VIII and the French king, Francis I. Theres no doubting Franciss worthiness as a pinup. A lifelong trouper in radio, TV, theater and films, Francis is best known for a flurry Anne also showed real interest in religious reform and may have introduced some of the 'new ideas' to Henry, and gaining the hatred of some members of the Court. Francis also had a forehead so high and smooth that she could have been one of the Metalunans from another '50s space epic, This Island Earth. It is likely that Henry sought to make Anne his mistress, as he had her sister Mary years before. Names were being chosen, with Edward and Henry the top choices. View agent, publicist, legal and company contact details on IMDbPro. Theirs appears to be more of a courtly love. In 1982, Francis wrote a book entitled Voices from Home: An Inner Journey, which was about her belief in mysticism and psychic phenomena. She found a most appreciative audience in two classic The ("My Funny Valentine", "(Theme from) The Monkees"), ("Just One Of Those Things", "You're Gonna Hear from Me", uncredited), January 31, 1960 - December 14, 1964 (divorced, 1 child). There followed several radio soap operas before she signed a one-year contract with MGM. Stephanie Abrams Weather Channel SUCKS! For a woman who played such an important part in English history, we know remarkably little about her earliest years. Absolutely nothing must show below, above or through." But symptoms typically don't show up until the disease has reached an advanced state. She couldnt deal with the death of her costar Leslie Nielson., Even though Anne is dead, comtinued Robbie, her mole did not die and will continue to live as normally as possible. The daughter of Philip Marvak, a businessman, and his wife Edith, Anne was a photographer's model by her fifth birthday. Tiger Bowing Paw to Hand With Little Baby Girl and Facebook Morons. How Offensive Was Katy Perrys AMA Performance. The whole story about the name change was a joke. Long before a Material Girlera Madonna paid homage to Marilyn Monroe with the help of her own exaggerated markor Edie Sedgwick confirmed the undeniable It-factor of drawn-on dots, it was Marie Antoinette who prompted legions of 18th-century courtiers to adorn their faces with moleskin or velvet mouches, which, depending on their location, conveyed anything from relationship status to a flirtatious personality. I think networks feel that women are mindless creatures, and they have no place on this kind of show. google_color_border = "422817"; Retired from acting in 2004 after nearly 60 years in the motion picture industry. The role won her a Golden Globe and she was also nominated for an Emmy. However, 17 love letters to Anne remain and are preserved in the Vatican library. Screen Actors Guild Awards Memoriam 2010-2011 (Fan-Made): The King and I (1961) Gala West Coast Premiere. The role brought her to the attention of the studio boss Darryl F Zanuck, who signed Francis to a 20th Century-Fox contract. By August, preparations were being made for the birth of Anne's child, which was sure to be a boy. 1966, Black Sheep Squadron, Commanding Nurse, Vela la cava troop hospital Preceding unsigned comment added by 2603:6010:8E40:6300:150C:4616:BCA2:765F (talk) 13:38, 13 November 2022 (UTC)Reply[reply], Ms Francis has in fact written a Book. Actually took karate lessons while starring in the TV series. They were found guilty and received the required punishment: they were to be hanged at Tyburn, cut down while still living and then disemboweled and quartered. It was not until 1950 that she was given her first chance to act on screen, in the United Artists production So Young, So Bad. You never know.. In 1948, when she was 17, she got bit roles in the MGM musical Summer Holiday and David O. Selznick's Portrait of Jennie. In fact, she was lodged in the same rooms she had held on that occasion. google_ad_host = "pub-1599271086004685"; (Pictures from the breadth of her career can be seen on annefrancis.net, the website she maintained until shortly before her death.) She starting appearing as beautiful blondes in "I had reached the end of my rope as a contract player at Metro-Goldwyn-Mayer. Smoldering sex symbol Anne Francis is most remembered for her role in the sci-fi movie "Forbidden Planet" and her title part in the detective show "Honey West." http://www.britannica.com/EBchecked/topic/1759176/Anne-Francis, https://en.wikipedia.org/w/index.php?title=Talk:Anne_Francis&oldid=1121665093, Start-Class biography (actors and filmmakers) articles, Unknown-importance biography (actors and filmmakers) articles, Actors and filmmakers work group articles, Creative Commons Attribution-ShareAlike License 3.0, Enumeration District No. Anne's sister Mary was already in 'the French Queen's' attendance. King Henry's passion for Anne can be attested to in the love letters he wrote to her when she was away from court. Ad Choices. He persuaded the King to sign a document calling for an investigation that would possibly result in charges of treason. Copies are still available on Amazon.Johnwrd (talk) 22:15, 4 July 2010 (UTC)Reply[reply], "Her character, the naive daughter of Dr. Morbius, was reportedly based on the character Miranda from The Tempest." said mole was even written into the script of one of her films. WebAnne Francis was an American actress known for her ground-breaking roles in the science-fiction film Forbidden Planet and the television action-drama series Honey West. WebQUOTE (Dan Hollis @ Jun 24 2005, 09:08 PM) Who has the sexier mole: Anne Francis or Cindy Crawford? Sing Sing prison), the only child of Phillip Ward Francis, a businessman/salesman, and the former Edith Albertson. The adoption was one of the first granted to a single parent in the state of California. She clearly used them, and the fascination they aroused, to her advantage whenever possible. They came for Anne on the morning of May 19 to take her to the Tower Green, where she was to be afforded the dignity of a private execution. "No, just eye-proof will do. Chapel of St. Peter ad Vincula at the Tower of London. beauty, she became a, Stage: Appeared (as "Fourth Celebrator") in "Everywhere I Roam" on Broadway. Margaret was adopted in May of 1970. LOS ANGELES (AP) Anne Francis, who was best known for her roles in the 1950s science-fiction film Forbidden Planet and the 1960s television series Honey West, died on Sunday in Santa Barbara, Calif. She was 80. "Actually, someone said to my mom that they thought I'd make a good child model, so she took me up to the John Robert Powers modelling agency, which was the top one in New York City at that time. As a subscriber, you have 10 gift articles to give each month. She always had a mole maybe in one movie they hid it with makeup and lighting HER MOLE WAS THERE!!!! By age 11, she was making her stage debut on Broadway playing the child version of Gertrude Lawrence in the star's 1941 hit vehicle "Lady in the Dark". 2019 TIME USA, LLC. . (See NewsFeeds tribute to Anne Francis. | Britannica Book of the Year, 2012. Science Fiction Double Feature, a song from Richard OBriens The Rocky Horror Show. In addition to her film work, Francis played a mannequin who comes to life in an episode of the TV series "The Twilight Zone" and had the title role in the 1960s series "Honey West," in which she played a private detective with a pet ocelot. Plans for Anne's coronation began. "I didn't come from a show-business family; neither of my parents were involved in it," she said in 1997. She removed her headdress (which was an English gable hood and not her usual French hood, according to contemporary reports) and her ladies tied a blindfold over her eyes. On this Wikipedia the language links are at the top of the page across from the article title. GREGORY VON STRAUSSEN IS NOT DEAD !!! "Radiation-proof?" And now I look at all the women today who are doing it, and no one's batting an eyelash. The actresss signature feature a mole just to the right of her lips was so distinctive, it was written into the Elopement script. Please enter valid email address to continue. And that's how it all started, when I was just six years old.". Exactly when and where Henry VIII first noticed Anne is not known.