Catherine Craig


Catherine Craig was an American actress. She was also known as Kay Craig.

Early years

Born in Bloomington, Indiana, she later moved to Los Angeles to become an actress. A graduate of Indiana University, she was a member of Phi Beta Kappa Society and was recognized as the outstanding senior girl.

Career

As a student at the Pasadena Playhouse, she met Robert Preston, whom she later married. Soon after that, she appeared in bit roles in movies such as Las Vegas Nights, West Point Widow, Parachute Nurse, Showboat Serenade and The Bride Wore Boots. Later, she found more success in movies such as Seven Were Saved — her first leading role, The Pretender, and Albuquerque.

Later years

After 1950, she retired from movie acting and supported her husband in his endeavors while appearing in some plays such as Bell, Book and Candle and Inherit the Wind.

Personal life

After eloping, Craig married Preston on November 9, 1940, in Las Vegas, Nevada.

Filmography