Joan Evans Obituary

Prominent actress Joan Evans, also known as the goddaughter of the legendary Joan Crawford, passed away on October 21 in Henderson, Nevada, as informed by her son, John Weatherly. The cause of death remains undisclosed.

Throughout her illustrious career, Evans collaborated with renowned figures like Farley Granger, Audie Murphy, Irene Dunne, and Esther Williams, to name a few.

Evans showcased her acting prowess in films such as “On the Loose” (1951), “It Grows on Trees” (1952), and “Skirts Ahoy!” (1952). At the young age of 14, she entered the cinematic world with a contract with producer Samuel Goldwyn in 1948.

A distressing event occurred during a film reshoot when Farley Granger’s firearm unintentionally went off, injuring Evans’ arm. The severity of the injury led to an urgent surgical procedure and her subsequent hospitalization.

Over the years, she graced the screen in films like “The Outcast” (1954), “A Strange Adventure” (1956), “The Flying Fontaines” (1959), and “The Walking Target” (1960). Additionally, she made her presence felt on television, featuring in shows such as Climax!, The Millionaire, Cheyenne, 77 Sunset Strip, Wagon Train, Zorro, Tales of Wells Fargo, The Tall Man, and Laramie.

Choosing to step away from acting in the early 1960s to dedicate her time to her family, Evans later took on the role of an editor at Hollywood Studio Magazine. She also shared her knowledge as a teacher at Van Nuys’ Carden Academy.

She leaves behind a legacy and is survived by her son John Weatherly, daughter Dale, and grandson Chris.