Lynn Cartwright (February 27, 1927 – January 2, 2004) was an American character actress probably best known for her performance as the older version of Geena Davis' character, Dottie Hinson, in the 1992 film A League of Their Own.She was born Doralyn Emma Cartwright in McAlester, Oklahoma, the daughter of U.S. Congressman Wilburn Cartwright and his wife Carrie (née Staggs). Her younger sister, Wilburta (b. 1928-d.2012), was an artist. She was also related to former Oklahoma Legislator Buck Cartwright and former Oklahoma Attorney General Jan-Eric Cartwright.Her acting career spanned from 1957 to 1992 and included smaller roles in largely forgettable films such as Black Patch (1957), The Cry Baby Killer (1958), The Wasp Woman (1960), The Girls on the Beach (1965), Son of Hitler (1978) and Lovelines (1984). She was also involved with the Group Repertory Theatre in Burbank, California.
February 27, 1927, McAlester, Oklahoma, United States
Died
January 2, 2004, Los Angeles, California, United States
Place Of Birth
McAlester, Oklahoma, USA
Height
5' 8½" (1.74 m)
Profession
Actress
Spouse
Leo Gordon (m. 1950–2000)
Children
Tara Gordon
Parents
Carrie Cartwright, Wilburn Cartwright
Star Sign
Pisces
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Fact
1
Tyrone Power, who met her husband Leo Gordon while both were performing in a London stage production of "Mister Roberts," was the godfather of their daughter Tara.
2
Long associated with the Group Repertory Theatre in Burbank, California.
3
Tall, auburn-haired character actress best known for playing the older version of Geena Davis' character, Dottie Hinson, in A League of Their Own (1992).