Edythe Chapman
American actress in silent films
Born
October 8th, 1863
161 years ago
Died
October 15th, 1948
76 years ago — 85 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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Edythe Chapman was an American actress active during the silent film era. She began her career on stage before transitioning to film. Chapman featured in multiple silent films during the early 20th century, gaining recognition for her performances. Her work included roles in films such as 'The Mark of Zorro' and 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame'. She contributed significantly to the industry, proving to be a talented character actress.
starred in 'The Mark of Zorro'
featured in 'The Hunchback of Notre Dame'
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