Charlotte Mineau was an American actress best known for her roles in silent films and early talkies, including “Sugar Daddies,” “The Count,” and “Monkey Business.” She was recognized for her height and poise, contributing significantly to slapstick comedies of her time.
Personal and Family Life
Born on March 24, 1886, in Escanaba, Michigan, Charlotte was the daughter of a police officer who drowned when she was just two months old. Raised by a single parent, she exhibited a lively spirit and pursued various jobs before finding her passion in acting. She married Christian J. Frank on January 24, 1931, and remained his wife until his passing in 1967.
Career
Charlotte began her acting career with Essanay, aligning with well-known figures like Wallace Beery and later Charles Chaplin. She appeared in numerous films during the silent era and transitioned to sound, although her roles became less frequent. Her notable performances included working with comedy legends like Laurel & Hardy, showcasing her talent in both comedic and dramatic capacities.
Death and Legacy
Charlotte Mineau passed away on October 12, 1979, in Los Angeles, California. She is remembered for her contributions to early cinema and her ability to inject glamor into her roles. Many of her films continue to be cherished as part of film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Count | 1916-09-04 | Mrs. Moneybags (uncredited) |
| Sugar Daddies | 1927-09-10 | Mrs. Brittle |
| 45 Minutes from Hollywood | 1926-12-26 | Mother |
| His New Job | 1915-02-01 | Film Star |
| The Fireman | 1916-06-12 | Mother |
| The Floorwalker | 1916-05-15 | Store Detective |
| A Night in the Show | 1915-11-20 | Lady in the Stalls |
| The Extra Girl | 1923-10-28 | Belle Brown |
| Get ‘Em Young | 1926-10-31 | the hired bride |
| Sparrows | 1926-09-19 | Mrs. Grimes |
| Don’t Weaken! | 1920-09-05 | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| The Vagabond | 1916-07-10 | The Girl’s Mother |
| Wise Guys Prefer Brunettes | 1926-10-02 | The Matron |
| The Rink | 1916-12-04 | Edna’s Friend (uncredited) |
| The Pawnshop | 1916-10-02 | Fishbowl Client |
| Behind the Screen | 1916-11-13 | Actress (uncredited) |
| Easy Street | 1917-01-22 | Bully’s Wife (uncredited) |
| The Hansom Cabman | 1924-10-12 | Mrs. Brief – Betty’s Mother |
| The Lion and the Souse | 1924-06-14 | Mrs. Niblick Van Hoosit |
| Sweedie Learns to Swim | 1914-10-11 | Tall Student |
| Love ‘Em and Weep | 1927-06-12 | Mrs. Aggie Tillsbury |
| The First Auto | 1927-06-27 | Mrs. Stebbins |
| The Laundress | 1914-11-02 | Bessie |
| Happiness | 1924-03-09 | Head Saleslady |
| Carolyn of the Corners | 1919-03-09 | |
| Up in Alf’s Place | 1919-10-12 | Flannigan’s Wife |
| Flaming Flappers | 1925-12-27 | |
| Sweedie Goes to College | 1915-02-08 | Mrs. Knowledge – the Matron |
| Kidding Katie | 1923-12-02 | Housemaid |
| The Usual Way | 1913-11-19 | |
| Sweedie Collects for Charity | 1914-12-28 | Mrs. Goodheart |
| Sweedie’s Hero | 1915-05-20 | |
| Two Dinky Little Dramas of a Non-Serious Kind | 1914-12-30 | The Sweetheart’s Mother |
| Sweedie’s Suicide | 1915-01-11 | 3rd Trickster |
| The Victor | 1915-02-15 | Mrs. Justwed’s Mother |
| Two Hearts That Beat as Ten | 1915-01-25 | The Nurse |
| Sweedie and the Lord | 1914-06-27 | Mrs. Skidoo |
| Topsy-Turvy Sweedie | 1914-08-10 | Mr. Rhyme’s Aunt |
| Golf Champion ‘Chick’ Evans Links with Sweedie | 1914-10-02 | Mrs. Near Rich |
| Three Boiled Down Fables | 1914-11-11 |
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