Eily Malyon was an American actress known for her roles in The Little Princess, The Hound of the Baskervilles, and Kind Lady. Born on October 30, 1879, in Islington, London, England, she gained fame for her character parts in various films, often representing landladies or servants.
Personal and Family Life
Eily Malyon was married to J. Plumpton Wilson, although details about their life together remain scarce. She came from a family involved in acting, with her mother Agnes Thomas also being an actress. Tragically, her father, Harry Craston, passed away when she was just six years old. Malyon became a member of the Screen Actors Guild in late 1935, furthering her connection to the acting community.
Death and Legacy
Eily Malyon passed away on September 26, 1961, in South Pasadena, California, due to cancer. She was interred at Valhalla Memorial Park in North Hollywood. Malyon left behind a legacy as a dedicated character actress who contributed to numerous films, often adding depth to her roles despite the small nature of many.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Little Lord Fauntleroy | 1936-03-06 | Landlady |
| The Little Princess | 1939-03-17 | Cook |
| The Florentine Dagger | 1935-03-30 | Fredericka |
| The Little Minister | 1934-12-28 | Evalina |
| The Young in Heart | 1938-07-06 | Sarah |
| She-Wolf of London | 1946-05-17 | Hannah, the Housekeeper |
| Rebecca of Sunnybrook Farm | 1938-03-18 | Mrs. Turner |
| Today We Live | 1933-03-03 | Wendy, the Maid (uncredited) |
| One Rainy Afternoon | 1936-05-13 | President of Public Morals Society |
| Romance in Manhattan | 1935-01-11 | Miss Evans |