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Louise DresserAmerican actress.
Date of Birth: 05.10.1878
Country:  USA |
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Biography of Louise Dresser
Louise Josephine Kerlin was born on October 5, 1878, in Evansville, Indiana, to parents William and Ida Kerlin. When she was 10 years old, the family moved to Columbus, Ohio. Unfortunately, her father, who was a railroad engineer, died in a train accident shortly after, leaving Louise in the care of her mother.
Early Career
At the age of 16, Louise dropped out of school and ran away from home with the desire to pursue a career in the entertainment industry. She initially participated in vaudeville shows and Broadway productions, and in 1922, she made her film debut in the movie "Clementine's Glory." In 1924, she landed her first leading role in the film "The City That Never Sleeps."
Louise adopted the stage name "Dresser" in honor of her friend Paul Dresser, a popular poet-songwriter in the early 20th century and brother of Theodore Dreiser.
Success in Films
In 1928, Louise became one of the first three actresses nominated for an Academy Award for Best Actress for her role in the film "His Country." In 1934, she portrayed Empress Elizabeth Petrovna in Paramount Pictures' "The Scarlet Empress." Her last appearance on the silver screen was in 1937, playing Ellen Clark in the film "The Girl from Salem."
In 1957, Louise participated in Ralph Edwards' television program, "This Is Your Life."
Personal Life and Legacy
Louise Dresser was married twice but did not have any children. Her first husband, Jack Gardner, passed away in 1951. She later married musician Jack Norworth, but their marriage ended in divorce.
Louise Dresser died on April 24, 1965, at the age of 86, following intestinal surgery in Woodland Hills. She is buried in Glendale, California. In recognition of her contributions to the film industry, Dresser received a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.
