Marion Burns

Marion Burns (August 9, 1907 – December 22, 1993) was an American film actress, primarily recognized for her work in the 1930s. Born in Los Angeles, California, she embarked on her acting career in Hollywood, landing her first role in 1931 alongside Bill Cody in *Oklahoma Jim*. This debut marked the beginning of her journey as a leading lady in westerns. In 1932, she appeared in *The Golden West* opposite George O’Brien, followed by *Me and My Gal* later that year.

Burns enjoyed her most prolific period in 1934 and 1935, featuring in six films, including two notable collaborations with John Wayne: *The Dawn Rider* and *Paradise Canyon*. In the adventure film *The Devil Tiger* (1934), she showcased her bravery, performing thrilling scenes alongside protagonist Kane Richmond, including a dramatic rescue involving a giant python.

In addition to her western roles, she starred with Cary Grant and Loretta Young in *Born to Be Bad*. After appearing in the crime drama *Rip Roaring Riley* in 1935, Burns stepped away from film for a decade. Throughout her life, she was married twice, first to actor Bruce MacFarlane and later to Kane Richmond in 1934. Although she returned to acting sporadically—with a stage performance in 1936, a role in *Brenda Starr, Reporter* in 1945, and an appearance on *My Three Sons* in 1961—she ultimately settled in Laguna Niguel, California, where she passed away in 1993.