Fontaine La Rue was an American actress who is best known for her roles in A Blind Bargain, Trigger Fingers, and Flyin’ Thru. Born on December 2, 1897, in Los Angeles, California, she became a notable figure in early cinema before her passing on September 13, 1964.
Personal and Family Life
Fontaine La Rue was born Dorothy Rodgers and had a family that included three children from her first marriage to Victor Garcia Rojas. She later married Roy E. Root. She had several grandchildren, including Mickele McKerring, who is also a great grandchild.
Career
La Rue achieved recognition in the film industry, appearing in numerous silent films from the 1910s to the 1920s. Some of her notable performances came in movies like The Lost Romance and The Great Impersonation. Her work in films showcases her range as an actress during the silent film era.
Death and Legacy
Fontaine La Rue passed away in Los Angeles on September 13, 1964. Her contributions to early cinema, particularly in silent films, have left a mark on the history of American film. La Rue is remembered for her versatility and the memorable characters she portrayed throughout her career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Isle of Love | 1920-04-10 | |
| Droppington’s Family Tree | 1915-04-11 | Cabaret Dancer |
| The Lost Romance | 1921-05-08 | Elizabeth Erskine |
| A Blind Bargain | 1922-12-03 | Mrs. Lamb |
| Fatty and Mabel at the San Diego Exposition | 1915-01-23 | 1st Street Crowd Participant (uncredited) |
| Love, Loot and Crash | 1915-04-23 | Mary, The Banker’s Daughter |
| The Man Beneath | 1919-07-05 | Countess Petite Florence |
| Peanuts and Bullets | 1915-01-12 | The Maid They All Love |
| The Home Breakers | 1915-02-01 | Mts. Walrus |
| His Naughty Thought | 1917-05-06 | Babe Delores |
| The Sins of Rosanne | 1920-11-07 | Rachel Bangat |
| Beyond | 1921-09-04 | Mrs. Langley |
| Love on the Rio Grande | 1925-07-25 | |
| Oh, Mabel Behave | 1922-06-20 | The Barmaid |
| The Love Letter | 1923-02-09 | |
| Did She Do Wrong? | 1918-03-10 | |
| Borrowed Clothes | 1918-11-04 | Rita Morris (as Fontine La Rue) |
| Cactus Nell | 1917-06-03 | The Gent’s Accomplice |
| Unseen Hands | 1924-05-25 | Madame Le Quintrec |
| Human Stuff | 1920-06-28 | Boka |
| The Bear Cat | 1922-04-03 | Mary Lang |
| Flyin’ Thru | 1925-12-01 | Sybil |
| Stolen Magic | 1915-11-28 | Secondary Supporting Role |
| The Faith Healer | 1921-03-13 | Mary Beeler |
| The Great Impersonation | 1921-10-09 | Princess Eiderstrom |
| Boots | 1919-02-16 | Mme. De Valdee |
| The Torrent | 1924-08-01 | Dancing Girl |
| A Prohibition Monkey | 1920-09-13 |