Biography
Rita Gam (1927-2016) was an American actress who enjoyed a prolific career in film, television, and theater. Born in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Gam developed an interest in the performing arts at a young age and began honing her craft through local productions and drama classes. After graduating from the Carnegie Institute of Technology, Gam made her way to New York City, where she quickly established herself as a rising talent on the Broadway stage. Her captivating performances in plays like "The Constant Wife" and "A Hatful of Rain" earned her critical acclaim and brought her to the attention of Hollywood producers. In 1952, Gam made her film debut in the thriller "Side Street," and went on to appear in a variety of notable movies throughout the 1950s and 1960s. Her striking beauty and intense screen presence made her a natural fit for dramatic and film noir-style roles, and she delivered memorable performances in films such as "Sign of the Pagan," "Saadia," and "The Sharkfighters." Beyond her work in cinema, Gam was also a frequent presence on television, guest-starring in popular shows like "The Fugitive," "The F.B.I.," and "The FBI Story." Her versatility as an actress allow…
Movies & TV Shows
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Klute (1971) — Trina
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King of Kings (1961) — Herodias
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The Rockford Files (1974) — Cynthia Zakarian
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Shoot Out (1971) — Emma
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Hannibal (1959) — Sylvia
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Mannix (1967)
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Tales of the Unexpected (1979) — Lisa Brisson
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Family Affair (1966)
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The Thief (1952) — The Girl
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Night People (1954) — Ricky Cates
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The Ed Sullivan Show (1948) — Self
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Mohawk (1956) — Onida
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Such Good Friends (1971) — Doria
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Studio One (1948) — Rain
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Law and Disorder (1974) — Woman in Cab
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Harry O (1974)
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The Gardener (1974) — Helena Boardman
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Sierra Baron (1958) — Felicia Delmonte
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'Klute' in New York (1971) — Self
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Wild Cats on the Beach (1959) — Rita Eldmont
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Magic Fire (1955) — Cosima Liszt
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Sign of the Pagan (1954) — Kubra
- Lux Video Theatre (1950) — Leah
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Matt Helm (1975) — Dr. Ross
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Saadia (1953) — Saadia
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No Exit (1962) — Estelle
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Tucker's Witch (1982)
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DuPont Show of the Month (1957) — Dona Clara
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Screen Director's Playhouse (1955) — Loti
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Sacrée soirée (1987) — Self
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Rowing Through (1996) — Iris Biglow
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Your Show of Shows (1950)
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Grace Kelly: The American Princess (1987) — Self
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Midnight (1989) — Heidi
- Hollywood Preview (1955) — Self
- Hidden Faces (1968) — Mimi Jaffe
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Distortions (1987) — Mildred Tyson
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The Story of Noah (1978) — Xantha
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Love in the Present Tense (1982) — Mitzi
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Affair in Sumatra (1956) — Loti