About Virginia Karns
Lived 1907 – 1990 (aged 83). Virginia Karns was an American actor and film actor.
Virginia Karns (May 30, 1907 – June 21, 1990) was a singer and character actress at the Hal Roach Studios in the early 1930s. Fans probably remember her best from the opening scene of the Laurel and Hardy musical comedy Babes in Toyland, in which she portrayed Mother Goose.
She also appeared in films with Thelma Todd, Patsy Kelly, Billy Gilbert, and Charley Chase while working for Hal Roach. Blessed with a beautiful singing voice, she was an accomplished voice-over artist during this period.
Karns married R. William Patterson and hosted a local variety television show in Dayton, Ohio.
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Who was Virginia Karns?
American actress (1907-1990)
When was Virginia Karns born?
Virginia Karns was born on 30 May 1907.
When did Virginia Karns die?
Virginia Karns died on 21 June 1990.
What was Virginia Karns's occupation?
Virginia Karns was an actor and film actor.
What nationality was Virginia Karns?
Virginia Karns was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Virginia Karns. https://biography.guide/virginia-karns/
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