Elsa Lanchester
1902–1986 (age 84)
Actress
Biography
Elsa Lanchester (1902–1986) was a beloved actress whose dramatic versatility brightened Hitchcock thrillers, screwball comedies, and iconic roles such as the Bride in Frankenstein, as well as a stage presence shaped by wit and a distinctive voice.
A champion of actors’ rights and the arts, she inspired audiences with her fearless performances, leaving Valhalla Memorial Park Cemetery to honor her creative legacy.