Betty Compson

Actor, Film actor

1897 – 1974

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Who was Betty Compson?

Betty Compson was an American actress. Born Eleanor Luicime Compson in Beaver, Utah, she had an extensive film career. Her father died when she was young, and she was forced to drop out of school and earn a living for herself and her mother. She obtained employment as a violinist at a theater in Salt Lake City, Utah.

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Born
Mar 19, 1897
Beaver
Also known as
  • Eleanor Luicime Compson
  • The Prettiest Girl in Pictures
  • The Hetty Green of Hollywood
  • Eleanor Compson
Spouses
Nationality
  • United States of America
Profession
Died
Apr 18, 1974
Glendale
Resting place
San Fernando Mission Cemetery

Submitted
on July 23, 2013

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