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From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marietta Canty (1905-1986) was an African American actress, community activist and recipient of numerous humanist awards. As an actress, Marietta Canty first appeared on Broadway in 1933. She also appeared in 40 films between 1940 and 1955, mostly in supporting roles and bit parts. Two of her first roles were in the films The Lady is Waiting (1942) and The Spoilers (1942), both with Marlene Dietrich in the leading role. Canty is perhaps best known as Delilah, Spencer Tracy's housemaid, in the comedy Father of the Bride (1950) and in its sequel Father's Little Dividend (1951). Canty retired from film acting in 1955, her last role in Hollywood was Rebel Without a Cause starring James Dean, where she had a memorable part as Sal Mineo's family maid.
Known for
A Streetcar Named DesireMovie • 1951
Rebel Without a CauseMovie • 1955
Father of the BrideMovie • 1950
The Bad and the BeautifulMovie • 1952
Father's Little DividendMovie • 1951
My Foolish HeartMovie • 1950
Boom TownMovie • 1940
The SpoilersMovie • 1942
Bright LeafMovie • 1950
The Sea of GrassMovie • 1947
Words and MusicMovie • 1948