Virginia Rappe

Born: 1891-07-07

Birthplace: Chicago, Illinois, USA

Biography

Zelliene Virginia Rappe (July 7, 1891 – September 9, 1921) was an American model and silent film actress. Working mostly in bit parts, Rappe died after attending a party with Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, who was tried for manslaughter and rape in connection with her death, though he was ultimately acquitted of both charges three different times.

Known For

The Casting Couch
The Isle of Love
Wet and Warmer
A Game Lady
Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies
An Adventuress
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema
Murders of Hollywood
A Twilight Baby
The Punch of the Irish

Top Movie Credits

The Casting Couch
The Isle of Love Vanette
Wet and Warmer Hotel Guest
A Game Lady A Different Kind of Game
Hollywood Scandals and Tragedies (archive footage) (uncredited)
An Adventuress Vanette
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early Cinema Self (archive footage)
Murders of Hollywood Self (archive footage)
A Twilight Baby
The Punch of the Irish The Object of Attention