Eugenia Aloha Porter was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Beauty à la Mud,” “Run, Girl, Run,” and “The Old Barn.” She was born on June 5, 1909, in Los Angeles, California, and passed away on June 1, 2004.
Personal and Family Life
Aloha Porter was a graduate of Venice High School. She won the Miss California pageant in 1926 and participated in the Miss America pageant in Atlantic City. Porter was married twice: first to Eugene Jesse Robinson from 1936 until his death in 1967, and briefly to Leonard Lee Roy Thomas in 1926, which ended in annulment. Following her acting career, she focused on breeding and showing horses.
Death and Legacy
Aloha Porter died on June 1, 2004. She left a legacy not only as an actress but also as a respected figure in the horse community, where she was known for her expertise in breeding and judging show horses. Her experiences in the beauty pageant world influenced her views on the challenges women face in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Atlantic Adventure | 1935-08-25 | Undetermined Role |
| Run, Girl, Run | 1928-01-15 | Bathing Girl in Tableau |
| The Old Barn | 1929-02-03 | Hotel Guest |
| Thirteen Women | 1932-09-16 | Equestrienne (uncredited) |