Faire Binney was an American actress known for her roles in “Open Your Eyes,” “The Girl from Porcupine,” and “What Fools Men Are.” She was recognized as a leading lady in silent films and made a return to acting after many years.
Personal and Family Life
Faire Binney was born on August 24, 1900, in Morristown, New Jersey. She had a sister, Constance Binney, who was also an actress. Binney was married twice, first to David C. Sloane and later to Sering D. Wilson. She had one child, a daughter named Jacqueline Wilson.
Career
Binney began her career as a leading actress in silent films, often portraying flappers in Paramount movies. After a long break from acting, she returned in the early 1950s, appearing in various supporting roles. Her last years were spent reprising smaller parts on screen, showing her resilience and adaptability in the changing film industry.
Death and Legacy
Faire Binney passed away on August 28, 1957, in Los Angeles, California, due to pneumonia. Despite her relatively short career and absence from the spotlight for many years, she is remembered for her contributions to early cinema and the evolution of film from silent to sound.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1955 | Ma and Pa Kettle at Waikiki | Party Guest (uncredited) |
| 1953 | The Eddie Cantor Story | (uncredited) |
| 1953 | Dream Wife | Mrs. Parker (uncredited) |
| 1953 | Small Town Girl | Customer (uncredited) |
| 1953 | Mr. & Mrs. North | Mabel Walters |
| 1952 | Monkey Business | Dowager (uncredited) |
| 1951 | Love Nest | Mrs. Frazier (uncredited) |
| 1951 | Three Guys Named Mike | Mrs. Fleming (uncredited) |
| 1926 | False Pride | Mary Sargent |
| 1925 | The Lost Chord | Joan |
| 1924 | The Man Without a Heart | Linda Hyde |
| 1924 | The Speed Spook | Betty West |
| 1924 | Second Youth | Lucy Remmick |
| 1924 | Loyal Lives | Peggy |
| 1923 | What Fools Men Are | Peggy Kendricks |