Betty Compson
1897 – 1974

Betty Compson

American actress (1897–1974)

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Born
1897-03-19, Beaver
Died
1974-04-18
Birthplace state
Utah

Biography

Betty Compson was born on March 19, 1897, in Beaver, Utah. She worked as a film actor, film producer, stage actor, Ziegfeld girl, and violinist. During Hollywood's silent era, she appeared in The Docks of New York and The Barker, with the latter earning her an Academy Award nomination for Best Actress. She died on April 18, 1974.

Occupation

Betty Compson is recorded as a film actor, a film producer, a stage actor, a Ziegfeld girl and a violinist, born in Utah (1897–1974).

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Frequently asked about Betty Compson

Who was Betty Compson?
Betty Compson was American actress (1897–1974), born in Utah (1897 – 1974).
When and where was Betty Compson born?
Betty Compson was born on 1897-03-19 in Beaver.
When did Betty Compson die?
Betty died on 1974-04-18.
What was Betty Compson known for?
Betty Compson is recorded as a film actor, a film producer, a stage actor, a Ziegfeld girl and a violinist.
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