Paula Dell
CrewAbout Paula Dell
Acrobat and stuntwoman Paula Dell was born Paula Adele Unger on November 15, 1926 in Longmont, Colorado. Her sister Rosalie was an expert tumbler. Dell moved with her family to California in 1935. Following graduation from Santa Monica High School, Paula went on to attend both Stephens College and the University of Southern California, where she studied physical education. Dell established herself as the Queen of Venice's Muscle Beach as well as was an acrobatic performer with the Dewayne Bros. Circus and an international acrobatic judge. In addition, Paula also performed stunts in a handful of films and TV shows; she's best known for doubling Carol Channing for the scene in which Channing gets shot out of a cannon onto a stage in Thoroughly Modern Millie (1967). Dell also worked as a teacher in Los Angeles when she wasn't doing stunts. Paula was inducted into the U.S. Sports Acrobatics Hall of Fame in 2003.
Paula Dell Movies & Career Overview
The filmography of Paula Dell reflects a career marked by diverse experimentation. Across 2 major appearances, the actor has built a reputation through performances in multiple genres and storytelling styles.
Dominant Genre
A large portion of Paula Dell's work falls within the Comedy genre, where audiences tend to respond most strongly to their on-screen presence.
Success Ratio
Approximately 0% of Paula Dell'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 Johnny Dangerously, which stands out as a key performance.
Best Paula Dell Movies Ranked
Must-watch hits from Paula Dell's career based on audience ratings.
Full Filmography
Every movie Paula Dell has appeared in, with audience ratings and verdicts.
| Year | Movie | Character | Success | More |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1984 | Johnny Dangerously | Mrs. Zimmer | Average | Similar → |
| 1967 | Don't Make Waves | Gymnast (uncredited) | Flop | Similar → |
Paula Dell - Frequently Asked Questions
What is the best movie of Paula Dell?
According to audience ratings, the best movie starring Paula Dell is "Johnny Dangerously" with a rating of 6.3/10.
How many movies has Paula Dell acted in?
Paula Dell has been featured in at least 2 major films throughout their career.