Background
Stapleton, Jean was born on January 19, 1923 in New York City. Daughter of Joseph E. and Marie (Stapleton) Murray.
Stapleton, Jean was born on January 19, 1923 in New York City. Daughter of Joseph E. and Marie (Stapleton) Murray.
Student, Hunter College, New York City. Student, American Apprentice Theatre, American Actors Company, American Theatre Wing. Studied with Harold Clurman.
Doctor of Humane Letters (honorary), Emerson College. Degree (honorary), Hood College. Degree (honorary), Monmouth College.
United States commissioner to International Woman's Year Commission and National Conference Women, Houston, 1977. Board directors Women's Research and Education Institute. Trustee Actors' Fund American.
Member American Federation of television and Radio Artists, Screen Actors Guild, Actors Equity Association.
Married William H. Putch (deceased). 2 children.