| Jean Stapleton Quick Info | |
|---|---|
| Height | 5 ft 8 in |
| Weight | 55 kg |
| Date of Birth | January 19, 1923 |
| Zodiac Sign | Capricorn |
| Eye Color | Blue |
Jean Stapleton was an American character actress who worked in stage, television, and film. She was known for her portrayal of Edith Bunker in the 1970s sitcom All in the Family which earned her three Emmys and two Golden Globes for “Best Actress in a Comedy Series” awards.
Born Name
Jeanne Murray
Nick Name
Jean
Age
Jean Stapleton was born on January 19, 1923.
Died
Jean Stapleton died on May 31, 2013, aged 90, of natural causes at her home in New York City, United States.
Sun Sign
Capricorn
Born Place
Manhattan, New York City, New York, United States
Nationality
Education
According to sources, Jean studied at Hunter College.
Occupation
Character Actress
Family
- Father – Joseph E. Murray (Billboard advertising salesman)
- Mother – Marie A. Stapleton (Opera singer)
- Siblings – Jack Stapleton (Older Brother) (Stage actor)
- Others – Michael Murray (Paternal Grandfather), Zedekiah Kadock Stapleton (Maternal Grandfather), Frances Wallace (Paternal Grandmother), Hannah Elizabeth Worthington (Maternal Grandmother)
Net Worth
Jean Stapleton’s net worth was $10,000,000 according to Celebrity Net Worth.
Build
Slim
Height
5 ft 8 in or 173 cm
Weight
55 kg or 121 lbs
Boyfriend / Spouse
Jean Stapleton had been romantically linked to –
- William Putch (1957-1983) – Jean was married to William Putch from October 26, 1957 until his death on November 23, 1983. The couple were lived on by two children – a boy named John Putch (b. July 27) (Director, Writer, Producer) and Pamela Putch (Producer, Actress).
Race / Ethnicity
White
Jean had Irish ancestry on her father’s side and English, some Scottish, Welsh, and Swedish ancestry on her mother’s side.
Hair Color
Auburn
Eye Color
Blue
Sexual Orientation
Straight
Distinctive Features
- Her high-pitched nasally voice
- Lean frame
Brand Endorsements
She had appeared in commercials for various brands including Ivory Snow.
Jean Stapleton Facts
- She was born and raised in Manhattan.
- It was Jean’s older brother who inspired her to pursue acting.
- Jean’s uncle was a vaudevillian performer.
- She started her career in acting at the age of 18 in 1941, at a summer stock theatre. On the other hand, she also made her New York debut in the Off-Broadway play American Gothic.
- Some of the many hit musicals that she appeared in throughout her career were Funny Girl, Juno, Damn Yankees, and Bells Are Ringing.
- In 1958, Jean made her debut theatrical film appearance as Sister Miller in Damn Yankees.
- Her television credits included Starlight Theatre, Robert Montgomery Presents, Lux Video Theater, Woman with a Past, The Philco-Goodyear Television Playhouse, The Patty Duke Show, Dr. Kildare, My Three Sons, Dennis the Menace, and Naked City.
- Jean was best friends with fellow actress Carroll O’Connor.
- She was interred at the Lincoln Cemetery in Chambersburg, Pennsylvania.
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