Betsy King Ross was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Fighting With Kit Carson, Smoke Lightning, and The Phantom Empire.
Personal and Family Life
Betsy was born on March 14, 1921, in St. Paul, Minnesota. She had a close relationship with her father, J. King Ross, a talented horse trainer who worked with many traveling circuses. Although she started her career in acting, she decided at about the age of 13 that she no longer wanted to pursue it. After marrying an engineer named Day, she lived on a large ranch in South America with him, where they had a son, as per Betsy’s wishes.
Death and Legacy
Betsy King Ross passed away on October 4, 1989, in Los Angeles, California. Despite her early withdrawal from acting, she is remembered for her courage and skills, especially in horseback riding. Her contributions to early cinema, particularly in Western films, left a lasting legacy among fans of the genre.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Fighting With Kit Carson | 1933-07-01 | Joan Fargo, aka Johnny Fargo |
| Men with Steel Faces | 1940-05-02 | Betsy Baxter |
| The Phantom Empire | 1935-02-22 | Betsy Baxter |
| Smoke Lightning | 1933-01-01 | Betsy Blake |