Betty Compson

Born: 1897-03-17

Birthplace: Beaver, Utah, USA

Biography

Betty Compson (March 19, 1897 – April 18, 1974) was an American actress and film producer. Most famous in silent films and early talkies, she is best known in her performances in The Docks of New York and The Barker, the latter earning a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress.

Known For

Hollywood Boulevard
Destination Unknown
Border Raiders
Mr. & Mrs. Smith
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime?
Court Martial
The Stranger
Strange Cargo
The Show of Shows
Roar of the Press

Top Movie Credits

Border Raiders Rose Hardy
Brother, Can You Spare a Dime? Self (archive footage)
Court Martial Belle Starr
The Stranger Peggy Bowlin
Strange Cargo Suzanne (uncredited)
The Show of Shows Performer in 'The Pirate Number' & 'Lady Luck' Numbers (uncredited)
Roar of the Press Mrs. Thelma Tate