Evelyn Laye


Actor
Evelyn Laye

About

Also Known As
Elsie Evelyn Lay
Birth Place
London, England, GB
Born
July 10, 1900
Died
February 17, 1996
Cause of Death
Natural Causes

Biography

British-born Evelyn Laye was an accomplished actress who appeared in many Hollywood films throughout her Hollywood career. In 1918, she made her West End debut in "The Beauty Spot." In 1992, she made a farewell tour in Britain. In 1929, she played the lead in "Bitter Sweet," singing "I'll See You Again," which became her signature. Laye began her career with a role in "Blood Fiend" (...

Photos & Videos

Evelyn Laye - State Express Cigarette Card

Family & Companions

Sonnie Hale
Husband
Actor. Divorced.
Frank Lawton
Husband
Actor. Married until his death in 1969.

Biography

British-born Evelyn Laye was an accomplished actress who appeared in many Hollywood films throughout her Hollywood career. In 1918, she made her West End debut in "The Beauty Spot." In 1992, she made a farewell tour in Britain. In 1929, she played the lead in "Bitter Sweet," singing "I'll See You Again," which became her signature. Laye began her career with a role in "Blood Fiend" (1967) with Christopher Lee. She went on to act in the comedy "Say Hello to Yesterday" (1970) with Jean Simmons. Later in her career, Laye appeared in "The Woman He Loved" (CBS, 1987-88). Laye was married to Frank Lawton. Laye passed away in February 1996 at the age of 96.

Life Events

1918

Made her West End debut in "The Beauty Spot."

1923

Stage debut was her first big success in "The Merry Widow"

1929

Played the lead in "Bitter Sweet," singing "I'll See You Again," which became her signature

1992

Made a farewell tour in Britain

Photo Collections

Evelyn Laye - State Express Cigarette Card
This is a small cigarette card of actress Evelyn Laye. These trading cards were included in Cigarette packs in the 30's and 40's and were collectible items. Customers could even purchase books to organize and collect these cards. State Express was an active Cigarette Card producer, creating a wide range of cards featuring famous people of which film stars were an often popular draw.

Companions

Sonnie Hale
Husband
Actor. Divorced.
Frank Lawton
Husband
Actor. Married until his death in 1969.

Bibliography