Alice Cannon

Alice McCamley Cannon was a distinguished American actress and playwright, celebrated for her contributions to the theater during the 20th century. Born into a vibrant artistic community, she married television actor John D. Cannon, who gained fame for his portrayal of 'Detective Peter Clifford' in the 1970s series "McCloud." Professionally, she adopted her married name, Alice Cannon, and graced both Broadway and Off-Broadway stages with her remarkable talent.

Cannon's theatrical repertoire included notable works such as "Change Your Luck" and "Scarlet Sister Mary," both performed in 1930. She continued to shine in productions like "The Education of H*Y*M*A*N K*A*P*L*A*N" (1968), "Company" (1970), "Johnny Johnson" (1971), and "James Joyce is Dead" (2000). One of her most significant accomplishments was the play "Great Day in the Morning," inspired by her childhood experiences in St. Louis. This work was showcased at the Henry Miller Theater from March 28 to April 7, 1962, and garnered two Tony Award nominations, including Best Actress in a Play for Colleen Dewhurst and Best Direction of a Play for José Quintero.

In recognition of her contributions to theater, Cannon was honored with the Helen Hayes Award in 2001 for Outstanding Supporting Performer in a Non-Resident Production. Following the passing of her husband, she faced health challenges, suffering a stroke in 2014, and ultimately passed away in 2017 due to complications.