The 6'2" tall, 230-pound Hope Emerson, with her dark, curly hair, trademarked sidelong stares and grimly set mouth, may be primarily remembered for her unique and unforgettable physical presence. Most often cast in villainous roles in both comedy and drama, this giant and imposing figure could strike fear into any woman or man. Such memories, however, unjustly obscure the highly talented and surprisingly versatile actress inside.Emerson began in vaudeville and on Broadway in the 1920s, and though some sources cite film credits from the 30s, the stage was her primary outlet through the
Worked in vaudeville and on Broadway in the 1920s, 1930s and 1940s; appeared in such productions as "Lysistrata", "Smiling Faces", "Swing Your Lady" and "Chicken Every Sunday"
1948
Began working regularly in films beginning with her role in "Cry of the City"
1948
Appeared as a panelist on the ABC game show, "Quizzing the News"
Played the leading role of Maw Shufflebottom on the CBS musical variety series, "Kobb's Corner"
1950
Received an Oscar nomination as Best Supporting Actress for her work in the film, "Caged"
