Doris Hill was an American actress best known for her roles in Men Are Like That, Galloping Romeo, and Code of Honor. Born on March 21, 1905, in Roswell, New Mexico, she began her film career in the late 1920s and became recognized as a WAMPAS Baby Star of 1929.
Personal and Family Life
Doris Hill, whose birth name was Roberta M. Hill, lived a vibrant personal life alongside her acting career. She was married twice; first to George L. Derrick from 1932 to 1933, and then to writer and producer Monte Brice from 1935 until their divorce in 1950. Doris had two children with Brice, who supported her career in the entertainment industry.
Career
Doris Hill’s acting career began in 1926, and she starred in several films during the late 1920s and early 1930s. Although she appeared in popular films, including the ill-fated His Glorious Night, which negatively impacted her career, much of her later work consisted of B-westerns produced by Poverty Row studios. Despite these challenges, she made a lasting impact in her roles, showcasing her talent as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Doris Hill passed away on March 3, 1976, in Kingman, Arizona, under undisclosed circumstances. Despite the ups and downs of her career, she is remembered as a notable figure in early film history and a talented actress of her time, particularly for her contributions to Westerns and romantic films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Studio Murder Mystery | 1929-06-01 | Helen MacDonald |
| Hotel Anchovy | 1934-04-12 | Miss Whitney – Hotel Owner |
| Rough House Rosie | 1927-05-14 | Ruth |
| Men Are Like That | 1930-03-22 | Amy Fisher |
| South of the Rio Grande | 1932-03-05 | Dolores Ruiz |
| Ranger’s Code | 1933-08-14 | Mary Clayton |
| His Glorious Night | 1929-09-28 | Priscilla Stratton |
| Sons of the Saddle | 1930-08-03 | Veronica ‘Ronnie’ Stavnow |
| Song of the Caballero | 1930-06-29 | Anita |
| Casey at the Bat | 1927-03-08 | Floradora Girl |
| Avalanche | 1928-11-10 | Kitty Mains |
| Careless Lady | 1932-04-02 | Ardis’ Guest |
| Darkened Rooms | 1929-11-23 | Joyce Clayton |
| The Spirit of the West | 1932-03-01 | Dorothy Moore |
| Texas Tornado | 1932-03-31 | Ruth O’Byrne |
| Tillie’s Punctured Romance | 1928-03-03 | Heroine |
| Trailing North | 1933-05-15 | Mitzi |
| The Better ‘Ole | 1926-10-23 | Joan (uncredited) |
| Tangled Destinies | 1932-10-17 | Doris |
| Figures Don’t Lie | 1927-10-08 | Mamie |
| Court-Martial | 1928-08-12 | General’s Daughter |
| The One Way Trail | 1931-10-15 | Helen Beck |
| Take Me Home | 1928-10-13 | Alice Moore |
| Galloping Romeo | 1933-08-04 | Mary Kent |
| The Montana Kid | 1931-08-09 | Molly Moore |
| Crashing Broadway | 1933-06-01 | Sally Sunshine |
| Code of Honor | 1930-10-16 | Doris Bradfield |
| Cartoons in the Country | 1915-10-20 | Mabel Reed |
| The Beauty Shoppers | 1927-12-12 |