Category Archives: All in the Family (Family Connections)

All in the Family: Ruby Keeler, Ken Weatherwax and Joey D. Vieira

Posted on August 25, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Ruby Keeler and Nephews Ken Weatherwax and Joey D. Vieira Actress/singer/dancer Ruby Keeler was most famously paired with Dick Powell in the iconic Warner Brothers’ Busby Berkeley musicals — including 42nd Street, Gold Diggers of 1933, Footlight Parade and Dames. Keeler also happens to be the aunt of … Continue reading →

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All in the Family: Jeanette MacDonald and Marie Blake

Posted on June 29, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Sisters Jeanette MacDonald and Marie Blake… Marie Blake, also known as Blossom Rock (Rock being her married name), was born Edith Marie Blossom MacDonald on August 21, 1895 in Philadelphia to Daniel and Anne MacDonald.  Marie was the elder sister … Continue reading →

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Mini Tribute: Anne Revere

Posted on June 25, 2013 by Annmarie Gatti

Born June 25, 1903 Character Actress Anne Revere! Anne Revere appeared in over 45 film and TV roles. She played her share of hard-working and wise mothers, as well as sympathetic and sometimes sharp-tongued friends.  She won an Oscar for … Continue reading →

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