Kay Hawtrey

Kay Hawtrey

Known For

Police Academy

Biography

Kay Hawtrey, born Katharine Mary Craven Hawtrey, later Katharine Mary Craven Clark, was born on November 8, 1926, in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. She was an actress, who embarked on her career at Toronto’s Hart House Theatre. Following a year-long engagement at London's Embassy Theatre, she ventured into television during the "Golden Age of Television" in the 1950s. Credited as Kay Hawtrey, she notably portrayed Mrs. Lutz in 15 episodes of "The Great Detective," starring Douglas Campbell. Also known for Videodrome (1983), Urban Legend (1998) and Funeral Home (1980). She was previously married to John Clark. Her career spanned both stage and screen, showcasing her talents during this pivotal era of television. She died on June 11, 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Movies Featuring Kay Hawtrey

Our Fathers

Our Fathers (2005)

as Spags' Housekeeper
Focus

Focus (2001)

as Mrs. Newman
The Wandering Soul Murders

The Wandering Soul Murders (2001)

as Marge the Flower Lady
The Third Miracle

The Third Miracle (1999)

as Wheelchair Mother
Urban Legend

Urban Legend (1998)

as Library Attendant
In Love and War

In Love and War (1996)

as Grace Hemingway
Goofballs

Goofballs (1987)

as Miss Meyers
Mrs. Soffel

Mrs. Soffel (1984)

as Peter's Secretary (uncredited)
Police Academy

Police Academy (1984)

as Surprise Party Lady (uncredited)
The Intruder

The Intruder (1981)

as Crossing Guard
The Clown Murders

The Clown Murders (1976)

as Gas Station Attendant