
Cheryl Walker
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From Wikipedia Cheryl Walker (August 1, 1918 – October 24, 1971) was an American fashion model and actress. Born in South Pasadena, California to Everett Dale and Pauline S. Walker, Cheryl Walker won the 1938 Tournament of Roses pageant leading to a brief career as a model and the beginning of a brief film career. She appeared in small, uncredited roles in several films from 1938 until her first substantial role in Chasing Trouble (1940) with Frankie Darro. She briefly took the name Sharon Lee for the film Secrets of a Model (1940) which provided her first starring role, before returning to minor roles. She was Veronica Lake's "double" in the film Sullivan's Travels (1941), and was the female lead in Shadows on the Sage (1942). She also was Claudette Colbert's stand-in on No Time for Love. Her most substantial role was in Stage Door Canteen (1943) in which she played a hostess at the canteen who meets and falls in love with a serviceman. She continued appearing in films for the next few years until her retirement in 1948.
Cheryl Walker Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Cheryl Walker reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 23 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Cheryl Walker's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 13% of Cheryl Walker's films maintain ratings above 6.5, indicating a consistent level of audience approval.
One of the most highly rated entries in their career remains Christmas in July, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Cheryl Walker Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Cheryl Walker's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Cheryl Walker has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1948 | Waterfront at Midnight | Helen Hanrohan | Flop | Similar → |
| 1948 | Reaching from Heaven | Madeline Bradley | Flop | Similar → |
| 1947 | Three on a Ticket | Phyllis Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Larceny in Her Heart | Phyllis Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1946 | Murder Is My Business | Phyllis Hamilton | Average | Similar → |
| 1945 | How DOooo You Do | Cheryl | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Rhythm Round-Up | Mary Parker | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | Identity Unknown | Sally MacGregor | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | It's a Pleasure | Loni | Flop | Similar → |
| 1945 | A Song for Miss Julie | Marcelle Conway | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | 3 Is a Family | Marian Franklin | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Three Little Sisters | Lily Scott | Flop | Similar → |
| 1944 | Trial by Trigger | Lee Roberts | Flop | Similar → |
| 1943 | Stage Door Canteen | Eileen Burke | Average | Similar → |
| 1942 | Shadows on the Sage | Doris Jackson | Flop | Similar → |
| 1940 | Christmas in July | Secretary (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1940 | Secrets of a Model | Rita Wilson | Average | Similar → |
| 1940 | Chasing Trouble | Phyllis Benton | Flop | Similar → |
| 1939 | $1,000 a Touchdown | Blondie (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | If I Were King | Girl (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Men with Wings | Nurse | Flop | Similar → |
| 1938 | You and Me | Sales Clerk (uncredited) | Hit | Similar → |
| 1938 | Cocoanut Grove | Girl | Flop | Similar → |
Cheryl Walker - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Cheryl Walker?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Cheryl Walker is "Christmas in July" with a rating of 7.0/10.
How many movies has Cheryl Walker acted in?
Cheryl Walker has been featured in at least 23 major films throughout their career.
What are some other popular movies by Cheryl Walker?
Other notable films include "If I Were King", "You and Me", and "Stage Door Canteen".




