Gwendolyn Pates was an American actress best known for her roles in A Puritan Courtship, The Fishermaid’s Love Story, and Unwelcome Love.
Personal and Family Life
Gwendolyn Pates was born on April 4, 1891, in Dallas, Texas. She was married to William Grew, and they shared their life together until her passing. Not much is known about her family, but she enjoyed a successful career in early cinema.
Career
She began her acting career with short films in the early 1910s and garnered recognition for her performances. Some of her notable works include When Romance Came to Anne and The Gateway of Regret. Gwendolyn’s roles often showcased her talent in portraying various characters, which contributed to her popularity in silent films.
Death and Legacy
Gwendolyn Pates passed away in November 1970 in New York City, New York. Her contributions to early filmmaking have left a lasting impact on the industry. Gwendolyn remains a part of film history, particularly for her work in silent cinema.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1911 | A Puritan Courtship | Unknown |
| 1912 | The Fishermaid’s Love Story | Unknown |
| 1912 | Unwelcome Love | Unknown |
| 1913 | Baseball’s Peerless Leader | Ethel Norwood |
| 1913 | A Clever Story | Unknown |
| 1913 | The Frozen Trail | Claire |
| 1913 | The Blind Girl of Castle Guille | The Blind Girl |
| 1913 | Easy Money | Gwendoline |
| 1913 | A Modern Garrick | Editha Martin |
| 1913 | For Mayor, Bess Smith | Bess Smith |
| 1913 | An Itinerant Wedding | Gwendoline Woods |
| 1913 | An Exciting Honeymoon | Gwendoline De Vinne – the Bride |
| 1913 | There She Goes | Lena Schmidt |
| 1913 | The Hardup Family’s Bluff | The Daughter |
| 1913 | His Date with Gwendoline | Gwendoline |