Gloria Stuart was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Titanic, The Invisible Man, and Gold Diggers of 1935. With a career spanning several decades, she became a notable figure in Hollywood.
Personal and Family Life
Born on July 4, 1910, in Santa Monica, California, Gloria Stuart’s birth name was Gloria Frances Stewart. She was married twice, first to Blair Gordon Newell from 1930 to 1934 and later to Arthur Sheekman, with whom she had one child, Sylvia Vaughn Sheekman Thompson. Stuart was a passionate artist, creating artwork that included oil paintings and decoupage furniture, which she sold to many celebrities.
Career Highlights
Stuart began her acting career in theater during her teenage years and made her film debut in the early 1930s. She gained fame for her performances in films directed by James Whale, such as The Old Dark House and The Invisible Man. Later in her life, she returned to acting for films and television, where she achieved significant recognition, especially for her role as Old Rose in Titanic.
Death and Legacy
Gloria Stuart passed away at the age of 100 on September 26, 2010, due to respiratory failure. She was celebrated for her long career and made history as the oldest person nominated for an Academy Award in 1998. Stuart is remembered not only for her acting talent but also for her artistic contributions and vibrant personality.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Million Dollar Hotel | 2000-02-09 | Jessica |
| Titanic | 1997-11-18 | Old Rose |
| The Invisible Man | 1933-11-03 | Flora Cranley |
| She Wrote the Book | 1946-05-31 | Phyllis Fowler |
| The Love Letter | 1999-05-21 | Eleanor |
| The Old Dark House | 1932-10-20 | Margaret Waverton |
| Gold Diggers of 1935 | 1935-03-15 | Ann Prentiss |
| Roman Scandals | 1933-11-27 | Princess Sylvia |
| My Favorite Year | 1982-10-01 | Mrs. Horn |
| Murder, She Wrote | 1984-09-30 | Edna Jarvis |