Charlotte Manson
Charlotte Manson (born Charlotte Manson Schwartz; January 21, 1917 – December 15, 1996) was an American radio actress whose career was interrupted by paralysis. Born and raised in Brooklyn, Manson was the only child of Etta T. Manson and Morris Schwartz. From ages 5 through 8, she performed in children's plays at the Brooklyn Academy of Music. Also as a child, she participated in Junior Olympics. Manson was the first female member of Madison High School's debate team. She attended Hunter College, where her performance as Ophelia in the dramatic club's production of Hamlet led to her receiving a scholarship to New York University (NYU) if she would act with the Washington Square Players, which she did. She graduated from NYU with a degree in English in 1938. In 1939, she acted in summer stock on Long Island. Early in her career, Manson appeared in a few films as an extra and in bit parts. After she became regularly employed in radio, she received a contract to star in a film, but the producer found another actress whom he preferred for the role. Manson's contract was paid off the day she arrived in Hollywood, ending that opportunity. Manson's early work