Emmy Lynn was an American actress best known for her roles in “Mater dolorosa,” “La dixième symphonie,” and “Le Vertige.” Born on August 1, 1889, in Barcelona, Spain, she became significant in stage and screen performances until her death on June 5, 1978, in Paris, France.
Personal and Family Life
Emmy Lynn was born Emily Leigh and had a daughter, Gladys Lynn-Gautier, with her partner, the director, and silent film actor Henri Roussel. Gladys pursued a brief acting career before retiring in 1946 to marry French author Jean-Jacques Gautier. In 1936, Lynn married Charles Peignot, a wealthy manufacturer, who remained with her until her passing.
Death and Legacy
Emmy Lynn passed away on June 5, 1978, in Paris, leaving behind a legacy of influential performances on stage and screen. Her contributions to early cinema and theater continue to be remembered, showcasing her talent and dedication to the arts throughout her life.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Mater dolorosa | 1917-03-06 | Manon Berliac |
| La dixième symphonie | 1918-11-01 | Eve Dinant |
| L’Enfant de l’amour | 1930-02-03 | Liane Orland |
| Le Vertige | 1926-07-05 | Natacha Svirsky – une émigrée russe qui croit reconnaître son amant mort à Nice |
| Visages voilés… âmes closes | 1922-03-05 | |
| L’hallali | 1917-10-21 | |
| La vierge folle | 1929-01-04 | |
| Les Deux Orphelines | 1933-03-03 | |
| Le Lit à colonnes | 1942-07-09 | Countess of Verrières |
| Une idée folle | 1933-04-28 | |
| Ma femme… homme d’affaires | 1932-09-05 | |
| Résurrection | 1923-01-01 |