Florence Freeman

Florence Freeman (July 29, 1911 – April 25, 2000) was an actress in old-time radio. She was known as a "soap opera queen" for her work in daytime serial dramas.

Early years Freeman was born in New York City and grew up in Albany, New York. One of her earliest performances came when she was six and gave a recitation of a poem at a World War rally. In high school, she won a medal for dramatics. New York State College for Teachers, and Columbia University preparing to become a teacher. She taught English before becoming an actress.

Before Freeman began her career in radio, she acted in summer stock theater. at WOKO in Albany, New York.

In 1949, Freeman won the "Your Favorite Daytime Serial Actress" award from Radio Mirror magazine. Her roles on some programs are indicated in the table below.

Program Role Dot and Will Dot Horton Jane Arden Betty Harrison Love and Learn Sue Blake The Open Door Lisa Arnold Pepper Young's Family Connie Valiant Lady Joan Blaine Wendy Warren and the News Wendy Warren A Woman of America Prudence Dane Barker Young Widder Brown Ellen Brown

She was also a regular on Maxwell House Show Boat, John's Other Wife, Abie's Irish Rose, Are You a Missing Heir? and Love and Learn.

Personal life Freeman was married to Rabbi Samuel A. Berman of Temple Beth-El in Jersey City, New Jersey, they had three children. Her husband died in 1998. Freeman died April 25, 2000, aged 88, in Grant Park, Illinois.