Barbara Brewster

Barbara Brewster (1918-2005) was an American actress and dancer, and the twin sister of Gloria Brewster.[1][2] Barbara was born Naomi Jane Stevenson.[1] Barbara and Gloria were discovered at the San Diego County Fair by a studio official from 20th Century Fox.[1] They appeared in nine films in the late 1930s and early 1940s, and were called "the Most Beautiful Twins in America" and billed as The Brewster Twins.[1][3] They were under contract to 20th Century Fox, and toured with the Three Stooges in 20th Century Fox promotions.[1] They also appeared as Stuart Morgan Dancers in High Kickers on Broadway in 1941.[2][4]

Barbara performed without Gloria (after Gloria's retirement from acting) in plays in New York alongside Sophie Tucker, Montgomery Clift, and other celebrities.[3][1]

She and Gloria entertained members of the military during World War II at USO shows.[1] Barbara met her future husband, Bob LeMond, at a USO while he was stationed in New Caledonia, and married him in 1946.[5] After her marriage she became a homemaker and mother.[1] She and Bob eventually had three children together.[6]

She died of congestive heart failure and pneumonia at age 87.[1]

References

  1. 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 "Barbara LeMond, of Brewster Twins - The San Diego Union-Tribune".
  2. 1 2 "Barbara Brewster Theatre Credits".
  3. 1 2 "Barbara LeMond, 87; Performed With Sister as the Brewster Twins". latimes.
  4. ↑ "Gloria Brewster Theatre Credits".
  5. ↑ Salm, Arthur (2008-01-13). "Bob Lemond; early TV announcer opened pilot for 'Lucy'". The San Diego Union-Tribune. Retrieved 2008-02-02.
  6. ↑ Frank, Jeff (2008-01-10). "Bonsall resident had the voice that launched a thousand shows". North County News. Retrieved 2008-02-02.
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