Grace Darmond
Actress known for silent films
Born
November 20th, 1893
131 years ago
Died
1963
62 years ago — 70 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
Canada
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Appeared in 'The Heart of a Child'
Starred in 'The Great Game'
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