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Gladys Louise Smith (April 8, 1892 – May 29, 1979), known professionally as Mary Pickford, was a Canadian actress resident in the U.S., and also producer, screenwriter, and film studio founder. She was a pioneer in the American film industry, with a Hollywood career that spanned five decades.
Apr 2, 2014 · Mary Pickford was a legendary silent film actress and was known as "America’s Sweetheart." She was a founder of United Artists and helped establish the Academy. Updated: Apr 21, 2021. Photo:...
Biography. Awards. Trivia. FAQ. IMDbPro. All topics. Mary Pickford (1892-1979) Actress. Producer. Writer. IMDbPro Starmeter See rank. Play trailer 1:53. Fanchon, the Cricket (1915) 1 Video. 99+ Photos. Mary Pickford was born Gladys Louise Smith in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, to Elsie Charlotte (Hennessy) and John Charles Smith.
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Apr 5, 2024 · Mary Pickford, Canadian-born American motion-picture actress who was ‘America’s sweetheart’ of the silent screen and one of the first film stars. At the height of her career, she was one of the richest and most famous women in the United States. She was also a founder of United Artists Corporation.
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Feb 4, 2019 · Mary Pickford: The woman who shaped Hollywood. 4 February 2019. By Amy Nicholson,Features correspondent. Getty Images. Pickford at a bank counter in a promotional still, circa 1920 (Credit:...
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Feb 27, 2018 · One hundred years ago, the most powerful woman in Hollywood was a producer, a studio head and a major force onscreen. Mary Pickford was a founder of the Motion Picture Academy and much admired...
M ary Pickford (1892-1979) was a multifaceted pioneer of early cinema. She was a talented performer, a creative producer and a savvy businesswoman who helped shape the film industry as we know it today. Mary Pickford rose steadily to fame at a time when there was no path to follow.