Virginia Brissac

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Characters played by Virginia Brissac

Jim's Grandmother — Rebel Without a Cause (1955)

Jim's Grandmother is Frank's interfering mother and therefore Jim's grandmother. Her interference adds another complication to the troubled Stark household, which is already dominated by conflict between Frank and Carol. Although she is not involved in the later action, the family tension surrounding her contributes to Jim's frustration with his home life.

Mother Zombie — The Ghost Breakers (1940)

An elderly woman residing in a shack near the estate with her catatonic son. Larry and Alex suspect the son's condition is the result of voodoo, adding to the supernatural atmosphere of the island.

Mrs. Ella Evans — The Mummy's Tomb (1942)

Isobel's mother, concerned about the supernatural events threatening her daughter.

Maida McIntyre — Two of a Kind (1951)

William McIntyre's wife and part of the wealthy couple whose estate is targeted by the con artists. She is described as a passive figure within the scheme, remaining in the background while Vincent's plans develop and until the fraud is exposed. The available events provide no separate action involving her.

Seamstress — The Cisco Kid and the Lady (1939)

A seamstress appearing in a minor role.

Dr. Helen Chase — Phantom Lady (1944)

Dr. Chase is the doctor caring for Ann Terry after Terry suffers a breakdown following the sudden death of her fiancé. Carol and Marlow visit Terry under this medical supervision, but Terry cannot provide information about the hat or the murder. The doctor therefore forms part of the clue that leads Carol to Terry.

Mrs. Marsh — The Scarlet Clue (1945)

Radio station cleaning woman interrogated during radar theft investigation.

Lynne Evans — Dressed to Kill (1941)

Also known as the hotel maid Emily. She is revealed to be a former actress who once had a secret relationship with Louis Lathrop. Driven by betrayal, she murdered Lathrop and Desiree Vance, and likely took her own life after leaving a confession note.

Mrs. Stoner — Lady Gangster (1942)

Mrs. Stoner is the prison warden whose clothes Dorothy Burton steals during her escape. Her position connects her directly to Dorothy’s breakout from the women’s prison, although the summary provides no further personal background or actions for her. She is a plot-relevant authority figure rather than a central character.

Martha Maddocks — Ma and Pa Kettle at Home (1954)

Local woman assisting in farm environment evaluations.

Helen Hammond (poses as "Aunt Jenny") — The Adventurous Blonde (1937)

Woman using an alias, connected to the murder investigation.

Boardinghouse Landlady (uncredited) — Young Dr. Kildare (1938)

Uncredited background character appearing in a specific episode. Limited narrative impact.

Career Overview

Virginia Brissac has 119 screen credits in a career dating back to 1935. Their work spans 12 cinematic universes — most prominently Ma and Pa Kettle Collection with 1 titles. Signature works include Sing, Neighbor, Sing, Always a Bride, The Ghost Breakers. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

Personal Facts

Known For
Acting
Gender
female
Known Credits
119
Birth Date
1883-06-10
Birth Place
San Jose, California, USA

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Associated Universes

Universe traveler — spans 12 universes

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Related entry on Wikidata (Q3560666), public domain (CC0).