Dorothy Gulliver was an American actress best known for her roles in silent films and Westerns. She gained popularity in the 1920s and 1930s, appearing in numerous productions, including the famous series “College Love” and “King Kong.”
Personal and Family Life
Dorothy Gulliver was born on September 6, 1908, in Salt Lake City, Utah. She was married twice; her first husband was Charles Winchester De Vito, whom she divorced, and later, she married Jack R. Proctor until his death in 1976. Dorothy was known for her dedication to acting and spent a significant part of her career in Hollywood after winning a beauty contest hosted by Universal Pictures.
Career
Gulliver began her acting career in the 1920s, starring in a series of silent films. She became famous for playing the character June Maxwell in 45 movies centered around college life. As Hollywood shifted towards sound films, her roles gradually diminished, but she remained involved in B-movie Westerns, collaborating with well-known actors of the time.
Death and Legacy
Dorothy Gulliver passed away on May 23, 1997, in Valley Center, California, due to pneumonia. She is remembered for her contributions to early Hollywood, particularly in the silent film era and her work in Westerns. Her legacy lives on as a part of the history of American cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Faces | 1968-11-24 | Florence |
| The Shadow of the Eagle | 1932-02-01 | Jean Gregory |
| The Galloping Ghost | 1931-09-01 | Barbara Courtland |
| Painted Faces | 1929-11-19 | Babe Barnes |
| Troopers Three | 1930-02-23 | Dorothy Clark |
| Custer’s Last Stand | 1936-01-02 | Red Fawn |
| A Dog of the Regiment | 1927-10-29 | Marie von Waldorf |
| Night Parade | 1929-10-27 | Doris O’Connell |
| Under Montana Skies | 1930-09-09 | Mary |
| The Rambling Ranger | 1927-04-09 | Ruth Buxley |
| In Old Cheyenne | 1931-05-24 | Helen Sutter |
| The Honor of the Press | 1932-07-13 | June Bonner |
| The Shield of Honor | 1927-12-10 | Gwen O’Day |
| Cheating Blondes | 1933-05-01 | Lita |
| Outlaw Justice | 1932-10-01 | June Taggart |
| The Fighting Marshal | 1931-11-25 | Alice Wheeler |
| College Love | 1929-07-07 | Dorothy Mae |
| King Kong | 1933-03-15 | New York Theatergoer |
| Good Morning, Judge | 1928-04-29 | Ruth Grey |
| Sliding Home | 1928-01-16 | June Maxwell |
| Winning Punch | 1927-11-21 | June Maxwell |
| Borrowed Hero | 1941-12-05 | Snack Stand Clerk (uncredited) |