Agnes Vernon was an American actress who is best known for Queen of the Turf, Bringing Home Father, and In Search of a Wife. Born on December 27, 1895, in La Grande, Oregon, USA, she passed away on February 21, 1948, in San Diego, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Agnes Vernon was a talented actress who gained fame during the 1910s and was often recognized by her nickname, “Brownie.” She was brought to Australia by athlete Reg ‘Snowy’ Baker as part of a project to establish a Hollywood-style film industry in Australia. Throughout her career, she worked mainly at Universal Studios until her brief career in films came to an end.
Career
Vernon’s popularity as an attractive minor leading lady allowed her to star in various films. Some of her notable works include roles in several silent films, where she showcased her acting abilities. Although her career was short, she left her mark in the early days of cinema, captivating audiences with her performances.
Death and Legacy
Agnes Vernon died on February 21, 1948, in San Diego, California, leaving behind a legacy as a pioneering figure in the film industry. Despite her short career, she is remembered for her contributions to early cinema and her involvement in efforts to create a film industry in Australia.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Silks and Saddles | 1921-07-05 | Bobbie Morton |
| By the Sun’s Rays | 1914-07-21 | Dora Davis – John’s Daughter |
| The Man from Kangaroo | 1920-01-24 | Muriel Hammond |
| A Stranger from Somewhere | 1916-11-13 | Grace Darling |
| The Man Who Took a Chance | 1917-01-19 | Constance Lanning |
| The Clean-Up | 1917-08-06 | Hazel Richards (as Agnes ‘Brownie’ Vernon) |
| The Car of Chance | 1917-07-09 | Ruth Rennett |
| Bringing Home Father | 1917-06-04 | Jackie Swazey |
| The Clock | 1917-04-30 | Vivian Graham |
| A Stormy Knight | 1917-09-10 | Mary Weller |
| Fear Not | 1917-11-26 | Hilda Mornington |
| Jane’s Declaration of Independence | 1915-07-04 | Jane Howe Proctor |
| Flirting with Death | 1917-09-24 | Jane Higginbotham (as Brownie Vernon) |
| Tangled Hearts | 1916-04-02 | Lucille Seaton |
| The Wire Pullers | 1916-06-04 | Joan |
| The False Part | 1916-06-20 | Dorothy Moore |
| The Coming of the Law | 1919-05-11 | Nellie Hazelton (as Brownie Vernon) |
| A Ranch Romance | 1914-07-08 | Kate Preston |
| The Old Doctor | 1915-05-23 | Enid Emerson |
| Little Partner | 1916-12-19 | Sunny Lewis |
| The High Sign | 1917-12-31 | |
| The Fighting Breed | 1921-09-01 |