Shirley Haven(1925-2011)
- Actress
Pretty and charming as ever Shirley Haven. Shirley Haven was another
versatile black actress who should be added to the top of the class of
many appealing actresses. Shirley certainly was in a class of her own.
She was one of the few actresses who was like a breath of fresh air on
sight. She was as sweet as can be. Her acting techniques were simple
but powerful, her presence was warm, sweet, and understanding. She
never had to raise her voice or over act to get her feelings and point
across. "No Time for Romance" was Shirley's first and best movie. It
was the last great of Black Cinema and the first film in color. She was
a gem who made you smile every time you saw her. Shirley stole every
scene she was in with her bubbly personality, her smile, her grace, and
her wonderful speaking voice. Her aura just came from the screen and
made you love her and want to know her. She was truly the girl next
door. Shirley didn't do many movies but what she did leave behind is
valuable and a must see! She's another who brought a new defining image
of a black woman on screen that all can relate to.
