Sally Blane
American actress in early film
Born
July 11th, 1910
115 years ago
Died
1997
28 years ago — 87 years old
Category
Performers & Entertainers
Country
United States
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A prominent actress during the early 20th century, played roles in the silent film era and transitioned to talkies. Appeared in over 50 films starting in the 1920s. Gained recognition for performances in films such as "The World Changes" and "The Love Parade." Established a career that spanned multiple decades, contributing significantly to early Hollywood productions.
Starred in 'The Love Parade'
Appeared in 'The World Changes'
Participated in over 50 films
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