Cecil Spooner was an American actress who is best known for Nell of the Circus, Hansel and Gretel, and The Prince and the Pauper.
Personal and Family Life
Cecil Spooner was born on January 29, 1875, in New York, USA. She was married to Charles E. Blaney and had a strong connection to her family, including her siblings Edna May Spooner and F.E. Spooner, who were also involved in the acting profession. An early feminist, she founded her own theater in the Bronx in 1910, which she ran alongside her husband.
Death and Legacy
Cecil Spooner passed away on May 13, 1953, in Sherman Oaks, California, due to a heart attack. Her contributions to the early film and theater industries are remembered, particularly her role in promoting women’s involvement in the arts. Spooner’s legacy continues through the works she created and her influence on future generations of actresses.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hansel and Gretel | 1909-10-14 | Hansel |
| The Prince and the Pauper | 1909-08-03 | The Prince / The Pauper |
| One Law for the Woman | 1924-05-25 | Phillis Dair |