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Candace Hilligoss

Acting

0.2 Popularity Aug 14, 1935 (89 years old) Huron, South Dakota, USA

Candace Hilligoss (born August 14, 1935, Huron, South Dakota) is an American actress.

After three years at the University of Iowa, she came to New York City to study acting at the American Theatre Wing and made her professional debut in summer stock in Pennsylvania. She acted at the Cape Cod Playho...

Biography

Candace Hilligoss (born August 14, 1935, Huron, South Dakota) is an American actress.

After three years at the University of Iowa, she came to New York City to study acting at the American Theatre Wing and made her professional debut in summer stock in Pennsylvania. She acted at the Cape Cod Playhouse, appeared in a touring production of Idiot's Delight with Nina Foch, performed in television programs produced in New York, and danced at the Copacabana nightclub.

She is best-known for her portrayal of Mary Henry, a church organist haunted by specters, in Carnival of Souls (1962), a low-budget horror film that has developed a cult following. She also appeared in The Curse of the Living Corpse (1964).

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Filmography 6

2022
exposer Movie

as Mary Henry

2016
1971
South of Hell Mountain Movie

as Helen (uncredited)

1964
The Curse of the Living Corpse Movie

as Deborah Benson

1962
Carnival of Souls Movie

as Mary Henry

1958
Naked City TV

as Mrs. Harris

Photos 2

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Personal Details

Known For Acting
Gender Female
Birthday August 14, 1935 (89 years old)
Place of Birth Huron, South Dakota, USA
Years Active 1958 - 2022
Popularity 0.2
Career Stats
6 Total Credits
4 Movie Roles
2 TV Roles
2 Photos