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On March 5, 1945, Merkel was nearly killed when her mother Bessie, with whom she shared an apartment in New York City, died by suicide by gassing herself. Merkel was overcome by the five gas jets her mother had turned on in their kitchen and was found unconscious in her bedroom. [3] [4]
Una Merkel was an American stage, film, radio, and television actress. She began her acting career in the 1920s and appeared in over 70 films. She was known for her comedic roles and her distinctive southern accent.
- Nova Roberts
Education. Una’s Una Merkel attended Alviene School of Dramatic Art, NY. Family. Una Merkel’s mother’s name is unknown at this time and her father’s name is under review. We will continue to update information on Una Merkel’s parents. Associated with
- Female
- December 10, 1903
- American
- January 2, 1986
Una Merkel (December 10, 1903 – January 2, 1986) was an American stage, film, radio, and television actress.
Once hailed by acclaimed director D. W. Griffith as “the greatest natural actress now in pictures,” Una Merkel (1903-1986) was a rare individual in Hollywood’s Golden Age. Humble, self-effacing, and egoless, she confessed to having great insecurities and an inferiority complex.
- Sean Kinder
- 2016
She almost died on March 5, 1945 when her mother, Bess Merkel, committed suicide by turning on the gas. Her suicide note was personalized to Una's husband, Robert Burla, whom she affectionately addressed as "Bid".
Death Date: January 2, 1986. Birth Place: Covington, Kentucky. Awards. This wry, wisecracking blonde never became a star, but brightened up scores of films in the 1930s as the heroine's pal,...
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