Dorothy Mortimer was an American actress who is best known for The Old Chess Players, The Stroke Oar, and Just Out of College.
Personal and Family Life
Dorothy Mortimer was born in 1898. Details about her early life and family are not widely known, but she pursued a career in acting during the early 20th century. Little information is available about her personal relationships or family life.
Career
Dorothy had a brief career in silent films, appearing in several short films in the early 1910s. She is particularly remembered for her roles in The Old Chess Players and Just Out of College. Her work contributed to the development of early cinema during a transformative time in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Dorothy Mortimer passed away on February 15, 1950, in New York City, New York, USA. Although her film career was short-lived, she remains a part of the history of early American cinema. Her performances in silent films help to preserve the art form during its infancy.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | The Old Chess Players | Dora Brand |
| 1912 | The Stroke Oar | Dorothy Butler |
| 1912 | Taming Their Parents | Dorothy Pierce – The Widow’s Daughter |
| 1912 | Caught Bluffing | Dorothy Mortimer |
| 1913 | Just Out of College | Short |