Centenarian Claims Fame

Blanche Marvin, a feisty 100-year-old, has died. She’s best known for claiming she inspired Tennessee Williams to name his iconic character Blanche DuBois in ‘A Streetcar Named Desire’. It’s a bold claim, and who knows if it’s true, but it’s a great story.

A Life In The Theater

Marvin was a fixture in London’s theater scene. She attended countless performances and wasn’t afraid to speak her mind. It’s unlikely Williams would’ve missed her, given her larger-than-life personality. Marvin said Williams based not just the name, but also the final words of Blanche DuBois on her. It’s a pretty wild claim, but hey, it’s possible.