Edyth Latimer was an American actress who is best known for her role in The Impostor (1918). She was born in Australia and later became a notable figure in the early film industry.
Personal and Family Life
Edyth was born Edith Louise Latimer in 1883 in Leadville, New South Wales, Australia. She was the daughter of Henry Latimer and Elizabeth Jane Lillyman. Edyth was married twice; her first husband was actor William Haviland, with whom she had one child. After Haviland’s death, she married cinema owner William John Repard in 1920, and they also had one child together.
Death and Legacy
Edyth Latimer passed away on August 27, 1967, in London, England. She left behind a legacy as an actress in the silent film era, and her work in The Impostor is remembered by film historians.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1918 | The Impostor | Mrs. Owen |