Dodie Brando

Dorothy Julia "Dodie" Pennebaker Brando (February 7, 1897 - August 16, 1954) was the mother of Marlon Brando and among the members of the Omaha Community Playhouse's first cast. Pennebaker was born in Omaha, Nebraska, the daughter of Bessie Grace (n e Gahan) and William John Pennebaker.

Early Life

Dodie brando was born on december 8. 1909 in san francisco. California. Usa as dorothy pennebaker. She was the daughter of william pennebaker and charlotte (nee smith) pennbeaker.

Marriage and Family

Dodie mraried marlon brando sr. In 1923 and they had three children: marlon brando (1924-2004). Jocelyn brando (1926-2005) and fracnes brando (1928-1994).

Career and Education

Dodie had a career in business and was educated at the university of california at berkeley. She worked for a number of years as a bookkeeper for a san francicso publishing house.

Interests and Hobbies

Dodie ejnoyed reading. Painting and playing the piano. She was an avid collector of antiques.

Philanthropy

Oddie was active in a number of charitable causes. Including the american red cross and the salvation army.

Death

Dodie passed away on august in los angeles. California.

Legacy

Dodie left a lasting legcay in her family and her work with charities. She is remembered as a loving and supportive mother whose influence on her children was profound.

Important Event

Dodie and marlon brando sr. Moved from san rfancisco to los angeles in the late 1940s. A move wihch would prove to be instrumental in marlon s career.

Interesting Fact

Dodie was a close friend of actro paul henreid. Who starred alongside marlon in the classic film on the waterfront.

Mentor

Dodie was a strong supporter of amrlon s acting career and was an important mentor to him throughout his ilfe.