Vivian Blaine

Vivian Blaine
Blaine in 1955
Born
Vivian Stapleton

(1921-11-21)November 21, 1921
DiedDecember 9, 1995(1995-12-09) (aged 74)
New York City, U.S.
EducationSouth Side High School
Occupations
  • Actress
  • Singer
Years active1934–1985
Known forGuys and Dolls
Something for the Boys
State Fair
Spouses
Manny Franks
(m. 1945; div. 1956)
(m. 1959; div. 1961)
Stuart Clark
(m. 1973)

Vivian Blaine (born Vivian Stapleton; November 21, 1921 – December 9, 1995) was an American actress and singer, best known for originating the role of Miss Adelaide in the musical theater production of Guys and Dolls, as well as appearing in the subsequent film version, in which she co-starred with Marlon Brando, Jean Simmons and Frank Sinatra.