Jan Wiley


Jan Wiley was an American film actress.

Early years

Wiley was born Jan Harriet Wiley in Marion, Indiana and early in her career was billed as Harriet Brandon.

Film

Beginning in 1937 with New Faces of 1937 and Stage Door, Wiley appeared in 39 films in a mixture of lead, supporting and minor roles in Hollywood B Movies. She had a rare leading role as the title character in A Fig Leaf for Eve but is probably best remembered for the 1946 horror film She-Wolf of London.

Personal life

Wiley was married to actor Roger Wister Clark; they were divorced July 19, 1945. She retired from acting after marrying Mort Green in 1947. They had two children and were divorced in 1971.

Death

On May 27, 1993, Wiley died of cancer at a retirement home in Rancho Palos Verdes, California. She was 77. Her body was cremated, and her ashes were scattered at sea off San Pedro, California.

Selected filmography