Gloria Haley Parnassus, daughter of "Wizard of Oz" Tin Man Jack Haley, 83
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Daughter of 'Tin Man' Jack Haley dies at 83
Gloria Haley Parnassus appeared in several films in the '50s
By Mike Barnes
May 5, 2010, 09:51 PM ET
Gloria Haley Parnassus, the daughter of "Wizard of Oz" Tin Man Jack Haley,
died May 1 at St. John's Health Center in Santa Monica. She was 83.
Haley's mother was vaudeville dancer Florence McFadden and her brother was
Jack Haley Jr., the man behind the "That's Entertainment!" films at MGM who
produced or directed several Academy Awards telecasts.
According to her grandson Bernie Bregman, Gloria Haley dated actors Mickey
Rooney, Tom Drake and DeForest Kelley. She was married to composer, director
and producer Buddy Bregman and Dr. William Parnassus, with whom she remained
until his death four years ago.
Haley appeared in several films in the 1950s before becoming a full-time
mother, and she was involved in several charities along with her friend,
actress Betty White.
In addition to Bernie Bregman, survivors include children Barry Bregman and
Adrienne Becker and grandson Adam Bregman.
Matthew Kruk
Gloria Haley PARNASSUS
PARNASSUS, Gloria Haley Passed away peacefully May 1st; widow of William
Parnassus, M.D. and beloved daughter of the late Jack and Florence
Haley; loving mother of Barry Bregman and Adrienne Becker; also survived
by two grandchildren Bernie and Adam Bregman. Funeral Mass 11:30 a.m.
Friday, May 7, 2010, at Holy Cross Mausoleum Chapel (5835 W. Slauson
Ave., Culver City). In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to your
favorite charity in memory of Gloria. Gates, Kingsley, Gates, Culver
City (310/837-7121)
Published in the Los Angeles Times on May 5, 2010