Florence Gilbert was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Kick,” “The Johnstown Flood,” and “Brilliantine the Bull Fighter.”
Personal and Family Life
Florence was born in Chicago and moved to Los Angeles with her mother and brother at the age of 14. She began her acting career at studios like Christy and Fox, eventually marrying entrepreneur Ashton Dearholt. The couple had two children, Lee and Caryl Lee, but their marriage ended due to Dearholt bringing another woman into their home.
Marriages and Relationships
Following her divorce, Florence married Edgar Rice Burroughs, well-known for creating the Tarzan character, but their relationship faltered due to his drinking and unkind treatment towards her son. After Burroughs, she married Dr. Albert Stillman Chase, who adopted her children. Florence maintained ties with Hollywood and fostered friendships with notable figures in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Florence Gilbert passed away on February 27, 1991, in Sylmar, California. Despite the ups and downs in her life, she is remembered for her contributions to the film industry and her lasting relationships. Her daughter Caryl Lee went on to become an animal trainer in Hollywood, continuing the family’s connection to the entertainment world.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kick | 1920-04-30 | Mrs. Smith |
| The Johnstown Flood | 1926-02-28 | Gloria Hamilton |
| Brilliantine the Bull Fighter | 1922-11-21 | Brilliantino’s Sweetheart |
| The Lucky Dog | 1921-10-01 | Poodle owner |
| Where Is My Wife? | 1921-01-15 | The Suspected Wife |
| Back Fire | 1922-11-02 | Betty Hampton |
| The Motor Boat Demon | 1927-01-02 | Sylvia Paddock |
| Lash of the Whip | 1924-05-01 | Florence |
| In and Out | 1921-07-17 | Mrs. Newlywed |
| Down Home | 1920-10-01 | Clerk |
| Cupid’s Rustler | 1924-06-01 | Another Victim of Circumstances |
| The Desert’s Price | 1925-12-13 | Julia |
| A Man Four-Square | 1926-05-09 | Bertie Roberts |
| Gun-Shy | 1922-09-01 | Betty Benson |
| Hills of Missing Men | 1922-02-26 | Hilma Allis |