Helene Millard

Helene Millard (September 30, 1905 – September 20, 1974) was a notable American supporting actress who made her mark in the film industry during the 1930s and 1940s. She embarked on her cinematic journey with a significant role in the 1929 film, The Thirteenth Chair. Throughout the 1930s, Millard showcased her talent in 18 films, primarily in supporting and featured roles. However, as the decade progressed, her opportunities began to wane.

In the early 1940s, she appeared in six additional films, all maintaining her status as a supporting actress. Millard stepped away from the film scene in 1942 but made a brief return to the silver screen in 1952-53, featuring in four more films, with her last appearance being in Remains to Be Seen (1953), which starred June Allyson and Van Johnson. During this period, she also made several guest appearances on television shows, contributing to her visibility in the entertainment industry.

Millard's final television appearance was in 1954 on the show Topper, after which she retired permanently from acting. She passed away on September 20, 1974, in Laguna Hills, California, leaving behind a legacy of memorable performances in early Hollywood cinema.