Saint Malachy's Roman Catholic Church
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Saint Malachy's Roman Catholic Church is in Manhattan on West 49th Street, between Broadway and Eighth Avenue. It was founded in 1902.
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[edit] Actor's parish
In 1920 the Theatre District moved into the area, and actors, dancers, musicians became prominent members. An Actors' Chapel was constructed below the main church in 1920. St. Malachy's became famous as a haven of worship for the entertainment community.
[edit] Notable ceremonies
- Douglas Fairbanks married Joan Crawford
- Walter O'Malley marriage
- Rudolph Valentino funeral
[edit] Members
- George M. Cohan
- Spencer Tracy
- Perry Como
- Irene Dunne
- Florence Henderson
- Elaine Stritch
- Lawrence Luckinbill
- Rosalind Russell
