Actress
Doris Day
- Born: 3 April 1922, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- Estimated net worth: $200 million
Doris Day was an American actress and singer, celebrated for her roles in romantic comedies during the 1950s and 1960s. Known for her charming persona and distinctive voice, her most recognized films include 'Pillow Talk' and 'Calamity Jane.' Day's career…
Doris Day: best films and shows
About Doris Day
Doris Day was an American actress and singer, celebrated for her roles in romantic comedies during the 1950s and 1960s. Known for her charming persona and distinctive voice, her most recognized films include 'Pillow Talk' and 'Calamity Jane.' Day's career spanned over five decades, making her a beloved icon in Hollywood.
- Born
- 3 April 1922, Cincinnati, Ohio, USA
- Died
- 13 May 2019
- Known for
- Acting
- Height
- 5 ft 7 in (1.70 m)
- Spouses
- Martin Melcher (1951-1968)
- Children
- 1, Terry Melcher
- Parents
- Alfred Day, Ella Mae Wilson
- Estimated net worth
- $200 million
Fun facts about Doris Day
- Doris Day was originally a big band singer before transitioning to film, gaining fame for her musical talents.
- She was a staunch animal rights activist and founded the Doris Day Animal Foundation.
Famous Doris Day quotes
“Que Sera, Sera (Whatever Will Be, Will Be)”
“I just want to be happy.”
“I'm not a glamorous person.”
Doris Day filmography
Cast (84)
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Conversations with a Killer: The Charles Manson Tapes TV | Self - Melcher's Mom (archive footage) | 7.2 |
| 2025 | Chaos: The Manson Murders Movie | Self - Actress & Mother of Terry Melcher (archive footage) | 6.1 |
| 2023 | Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.7 |
| 2023 | Commitment to Life Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2022 | Grace Kelly: The Missing Millions Movie | Unknown character | 5.5 |
| 2018 | Hollywood: No Sex, Please! Movie | Unknown character | 5.5 |
| 2010 | Waking Sleeping Beauty Movie | Self (archive footage) | 7.2 |
| 2009 | What a Difference a Day Made: Doris Day Superstar Movie | Self (voice) | 7.7 |
| 2009 | Hollywood Singing and Dancing: A Musical History - The 1950s: The Golden Era of the Musical Movie | Self (archive) | |
| 2007 | Doris Day: Virgin Territory Movie | Self | 7.0 |
Show 74 more creditsShow fewer
| Year | Title | Character | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 | Legends TV | Various Roles (archive footage) | 5.0 |
| 2004 | 'Twas the Night - A Holiday Celebration Movie | Self | |
| 2000 | Hollywood Musicals of the 40's Movie | Self (archive footage) | |
| 2000 | The Making of 'The Man Who Knew Too Much' Movie | Self (archive footage) | 6.9 |
| 1998 | Doris Day: It's Magic Movie | Self | |
| 1996 | E! True Hollywood Story TV | Unknown character | 8.1 |
| 1994 | That's Entertainment! III Movie | (archive footage) (uncredited) | 7.1 |
| 1991 | Doris Day: A Sentimental Journey Movie | Self | 7.0 |
| 1990 | Hollywood Heaven: Tragic Lives, Tragic Deaths Movie | Self (archive footage) | 5.7 |
| 1989 | I Don't Even Like Apple Pie... Movie | Self - Interviewee | |
| 1988 | Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies Movie | (archive footage) (uncredited) | |
| 1983 | Hollywood Out-takes and Rare Footage Movie | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | 7.0 |
| 1976 | That's Entertainment, Part II Movie | (archive footage) | 7.0 |
| 1975 | Doris Day Today Movie | Self | 6.5 |
| 1971 | The Doris Mary Anne Kappelhoff Special Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 1971 | The Pet Set TV | Self | 6.7 |
| 1968 | The Doris Day Show TV | Doris Martin | 6.2 |
| 1968 | With Six You Get Eggroll Movie | Abby McClure | 6.4 |
| 1968 | Where Were You When the Lights Went Out? Movie | Margaret Garrison | 5.3 |
| 1968 | Rowan & Martin at the Movies Movie | Self (archive footage) | 4.5 |
| 1967 | The Ballad of Josie Movie | Josie | 6.0 |
| 1967 | Caprice Movie | Patricia Foster | 5.9 |
| 1967 | Lionpower from MGM Movie | Self (archive footage) (uncredited) | 6.3 |
| 1966 | The Glass Bottom Boat Movie | Jennifer Nelson | 6.3 |
| 1966 | NASA Movie | herself | |
| 1966 | Catalina Island Movie | Self | 6.0 |
| 1966 | Every Girl's Dream Movie | Self | 6.3 |
| 1965 | Do Not Disturb Movie | Janet Harper | 5.4 |
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers Movie | Judy Kimball | 6.8 |
| 1963 | Move Over, Darling Movie | Ellen Wagstaff Arden | 6.7 |
| 1963 | The Thrill of It All Movie | Beverly Boyer | 7.1 |
| 1962 | Billy Rose's Jumbo Movie | Kitty Wonder | 6.0 |
| 1962 | The Merv Griffin Show TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 1962 | The Beverly Hillbillies TV | Unknown character | 6.9 |
| 1962 | That Touch of Mink Movie | Cathy Timberlake | 6.5 |
| 1961 | Lover Come Back Movie | Carol Templeton | 7.0 |
| 1960 | Midnight Lace Movie | Kit Preston | 6.6 |
| 1960 | Please Don't Eat the Daisies Movie | Kate Mackay | 6.2 |
| 1959 | Pillow Talk Movie | Jan Morrow | 7.1 |
| 1959 | It Happened to Jane Movie | Jane Osgood | 6.2 |
| 1958 | The Tunnel of Love Movie | Isolde Poole | 5.9 |
| 1958 | Teacher's Pet Movie | Erica Stone | 6.8 |
| 1957 | The Pajama Game Movie | Katherine 'Babe' Williams | 6.2 |
| 1956 | Julie Movie | Julie Benton | 5.8 |
| 1956 | The Man Who Knew Too Much Movie | Jo McKenna | 7.4 |
| 1955 | Love Me or Leave Me Movie | Ruth Etting | 6.9 |
| 1954 | Young at Heart Movie | Laurie Tuttle | 6.0 |
| 1954 | A Star Is Born World Premiere Movie | Self | 8.0 |
| 1954 | Lucky Me Movie | Candy Williams | 6.8 |
| 1953 | Calamity Jane Movie | Calamity Jane | 7.0 |
| 1953 | So You Want a Television Set Movie | Doris Day (uncredited) | 8.0 |
| 1953 | By the Light of the Silvery Moon Movie | Marjorie Winfield | 6.2 |
| 1953 | The Oscars TV | Self | 7.1 |
| 1952 | April in Paris Movie | Ethel S. 'Dynamite' Jackson | 4.9 |
| 1952 | The Winning Team Movie | Aimee Alexander | 6.1 |
| 1952 | Screen Snapshots: Hollywood on the Ball Movie | Self | |
| 1951 | Starlift Movie | Doris Day | 6.6 |
| 1951 | I'll See You in My Dreams Movie | Grace LeBoy Kahn | 4.9 |
| 1951 | On Moonlight Bay Movie | Marjorie 'Marjie' Winfield | 6.5 |
| 1951 | Lullaby of Broadway Movie | Melinda Howard | 6.0 |
| 1951 | Storm Warning Movie | Lucy Rice | 6.6 |
| 1950 | The West Point Story Movie | Jan Wilson | 5.8 |
| 1950 | Tea for Two Movie | Nanette Carter | 6.1 |
| 1950 | Young Man with a Horn Movie | Jo Jordan | 6.4 |
| 1950 | What's My Line? TV | Self | 7.0 |
| 1949 | It's a Great Feeling Movie | Judy Adams | 5.9 |
| 1949 | My Dream Is Yours Movie | Martha Gibson | 6.4 |
| 1948 | Romance on the High Seas Movie | Miss Georgia Garrett | 6.7 |
| 1948 | The Ed Sullivan Show TV | Self | 6.8 |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards TV | Self - Nominee | 7.0 |
| 1944 | Golden Globe Awards TV | Self -Winner | 7.0 |
| 1941 | Once Over, Lightly Movie | Self, Singer | |
| 1941 | My Lost Horizon Movie | Self - Vocalist | 6.5 |
| TBA | With Love, Doris! Movie | Self (archive footage/audio) |
Crew (1)
| Year | Title | Role | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1964 | Send Me No Flowers Movie | Theme Song Performance · Sound | 6.8 |
Latest releases
- Chaos: The Manson Murders2025 / TMDB 6.1
- Rock Hudson: All That Heaven Allowed2023 / TMDB 5.7
- Commitment to Life2023
- Grace Kelly: The Missing Millions2022 / TMDB 5.5
- Hollywood: No Sex, Please!2018 / TMDB 5.5
- Waking Sleeping Beauty2010 / TMDB 7.2
Doris Day in the news
Questions about Doris Day
What are Doris Day's most famous films?
Doris Day is known for several iconic films, including 'Pillow Talk,' 'Calamity Jane,' and 'The Man Who Knew Too Much.'
Did Doris Day win an Academy Award?
Doris Day received an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress for her role in 'Pillow Talk' but did not win. She did receive the Oscar for her lifetime achievements.
What was Doris Day's first film?
Doris Day's first film was 'Romance on the High Seas,' released in 1948, which marked the beginning of her successful acting career.
How many children did Doris Day have?
Doris Day had one child, a son named Terry Melcher, who was a successful music producer.
What was Doris Day's net worth at the time of her passing?
At the time of her passing in May 2019, Doris Day's estimated net worth was around $200 million.
What genre of films is Doris Day known for?
Doris Day is primarily known for romantic comedies, although she also starred in musicals and dramas throughout her career.
What was Doris Day's impact on Hollywood?
Doris Day had a significant impact on Hollywood as a leading actress and a figure of the 1960s, known for her charm and versatility.
What legacy did Doris Day leave behind?
Doris Day's legacy includes her contributions to film and music, her advocacy for animal rights, and her status as a cultural icon.