About Mary Lawlor
Lived 1907 – 1977 (aged 69). Mary Lawlor was an American stage actor and film actor.
Mary Lawlor (June 28, 1907 – April 20, 1977) was an American stage and screen actress.
Biography Lawlor was born in Utica, New York.
Lawlor was a lead actress in several productions including Good News (musical) and the 1930 film adaptation. She starred in the musical as a tutor and love interest. The show had a very successful run on Broadway.
She performed The Best Things in Life Are Free, Lucky in Love and Varsity Drag with John Price Jones. The musical inspired a slew of copycat college themed stories.
She also appeared in the Harold Arlen musical You Said It, and the musical No, No, Nanette.
She married baseball player Lyn Lary on July 14, 1931. They had a son, Lynford Lawlor Lary.
Filmography Shooting Straight Good News
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Who was Mary Lawlor?
American stage and screen actress (1907–1977)
When was Mary Lawlor born?
Mary Lawlor was born on 28 June 1907 in Utica.
When did Mary Lawlor die?
Mary Lawlor died on 20 April 1977 in Downey.
What was Mary Lawlor's occupation?
Mary Lawlor was a stage actor and film actor.
What nationality was Mary Lawlor?
Mary Lawlor was American.
Sources & further reading
· DBpedia: Mary Lawlor (actress)
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Mary Lawlor. https://biography.guide/mary-lawlor-stage-actor/
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