
From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia Marietta Canty (1905-1986) was an African American actress, community activist and recipient of numerous humanist awards. As an actress, Marietta Canty first appeared on Broadway in 1933. She also appeared in 40 films between 1940 and 1955, mostly in supporting roles and bit parts. Two of her first roles were in the films The Lady is Waiting (1942) and The Spoilers (1942), both with Marlene Dietrich in the leading role. Canty is perhaps best known as Delilah, Spencer Tracy's housemaid, in the comedy Father of the Bride (1950) and in its sequel Father's Little Dividend (1951). Canty retired from film acting in 1955, her last role in Hollywood was Rebel Without a Cause starring James Dean, where she had a memorable part as Sal Mineo's family maid.

A Streetcar Named Desire
MOVIE • 1951

Rebel Without a Cause
MOVIE • 1955

Father of the Bride
MOVIE • 1950

The Bad and the Beautiful
MOVIE • 1952

The Spoilers
MOVIE • 1942

The Sea of Grass
MOVIE • 1947

Words and Music
MOVIE • 1948

Father's Little Dividend
MOVIE • 1951

Boom Town
MOVIE • 1940

Boom Town
MOVIE • 1940

The Toast of New Orleans
MOVIE • 1950

The Crimson Key
MOVIE • 1947

Silver Queen
MOVIE • 1942

Bright Leaf
MOVIE • 1950

The Lady Is Willing
MOVIE • 1942

Chicago Deadline
MOVIE • 1949

The Magnificent Dope
MOVIE • 1942

Dear Ruth
MOVIE • 1947