Eugenia Clinchard was an American actress who is best known for A Frontier Doctor, The Sheriff’s Inheritance, and The Crazy Prospector. Born on July 5, 1904, in Alameda, California, she had a notable career in early silent films and left a lasting legacy.
Personal and Family Life
Eugenia Clinchard was married twice. Her first marriage was to Walter George Pearch in 1926, but they divorced in 1945. The couple had two children, one of whom was Wally George. Later, she married Robert R. Horton in 1955, staying together until his death in 1988. Clinchard was also the grandmother of actress Rebecca De Mornay.
Death and Legacy
Eugenia Clinchard passed away on May 15, 1989, in Panorama City, California. Her contributions to the film industry, particularly in the silent film era, are remembered by cinephiles and historians alike. Though her life ended, her work continues to influence aspiring actors and filmmakers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Broncho Billy and the Rustler’s Child | 1913-04-25 | Morgan’s child |
| Broncho Billy’s Christmas Spirit | 1914-12-19 | The Prospector’s Daughter |
| A Child of the West | 1912-01-06 | Jim Riley’s Child |
| Broncho Billy and the Sheriff’s Kid | 1913-02-22 | Sheriff’s Kid |
| The Influence on Broncho Billy | 1913-03-01 | Bessie’s Daughter |
| The Crazy Prospector | 1913-05-03 | |
| Papa’s Letter | 1911-12-05 | Johnny |
| Broncho Billy, the Vagabond | 1914-09-05 | The Little Girl |