Countess Du Cello was an American actress who is best known for The Girl of Lost Lake, The Secret of the Swamp, and The Man Who Took a Chance. Born in 1864 in Buffalo, New York, she made a name for herself in the early film industry.
Personal and Family Life
Countess Du Cello was born Harriett Captivity Spencer to Thomas D. Spencer and Lucy Jane Stearns. She was married twice, first to H.C. Bunting and later to Christopher Ellis Bunting, with whom she remained until her death in 1921. Her family background and personal life provide a glimpse into her journey as an actress in the booming film industry of her time.
Death and Legacy
Countess Du Cello passed away on November 28, 1921, in Los Angeles, California, due to an overdose. Her untimely death left a mark on those who remembered her for her contributions to early cinema. Despite her struggles, she is remembered for her roles in several films that shaped the industry during her era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Idle Wives | 1916-09-16 | Wall’s Mother |
| The Honor System | 1917-02-12 | Undetermined Role |
| The Devil’s Pay Day | 1917-01-29 | Mrs. Haskins |
| The Man Who Took a Chance | 1917-01-19 | Mrs. Lanning |
| The Seekers | 1916-07-17 | Undetermined Role (as Mary DuCello) |
| The Girl in the Checkered Coat | 1917-04-23 | Landlady |
| Baseball Madness | 1917-05-08 | The Mother |
| Sue of the South | 1919-02-03 | Sophia Smarte |
| The Rowdy | 1921-09-19 | Clarissa Hampton |
| The Place Beyond the Winds | 1916-11-06 | Mrs. Travers |