★ Acting
Born 1940
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Active 1948–1950
Lora Lee Michel, born in 1940 in Schulenburg, Texas, began her career as a child actress, once compared to Shirley Temple for her charm. In Mighty Joe Young (1949), she brings a youthful energy to the film's fantastical narrative, capturing the innocence of a bygone era. Michel's early promise was overshadowed by personal struggles, leading her to retire from acting in the 1950s. Her brief but impactful presence in cult cinema remains a testament to the unique talents of child actors in classic films.
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Mighty Joe Young
1949
★ 6.3
as Jill (as a child)
A young woman, Jill Young, grew up on her father's ranch in Africa, raising a large gorilla named Joe from an infant. Years later, she brings him to Hollywood to become a star.
Career Highlights
Top 6 by popularity · TMDB
Filmography
10 credits
1950s
3 credits
1940s
7 credits