Ethel Grandin was an American actress known for her performances in “The Crimson Stain Mystery,” “A Tailor-Made Man,” and “Traffic In Souls.” She made a mark in the silent film era and began her career on stage.
Personal and Family Life
Ethel Grandin was born on March 3, 1894, in New York City. She was married to Ray C. Smallwood, a cinematographer, and the couple had one child, a son named Arthur, born in 1913. Ethel’s acting journey commenced on the stage where she worked with notable figures like Joseph Jefferson.
Career Highlights
Starting as a child actress in one-reel shorts produced by Carl Laemmle’s Independent Motion Pictures, Ethel quickly rose to fame after starring in the feature film “Traffic In Souls.” She later established her own production company with her husband. Although she enjoyed success in the film industry, Ethel retired in 1922 to pursue a different path, eventually working in cosmetics sales.
Death and Legacy
Ethel Grandin passed away on September 28, 1988, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California. Her contributions as a silent-screen actress left a lasting impression on cinema history. Ethel is remembered for her performances and her pioneering role during the early years of film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Traffic in Souls | 1913-11-24 | Lorna Barton |
| The Invaders | 1912-11-29 | Colonel Bryson’s Daughter |
| The Crimson Stain Mystery | 1916-08-21 | Florence Montrose |
| The Lieutenant’s Last Fight | 1912-05-31 | Ethel Garvin |
| When Lincoln Paid | 1913-01-31 | |
| By the House That Jack Built | 1911-09-11 | Maid Purity |
| Pure Gold and Dross | 1913-04-13 | |
| War on the Plains | 1912-02-23 | Ethel, the Wagon Captain’s Daughter |
| A Tailor-Made Man | 1922-08-05 | Tanya Huber |
| The Way of a Mother |