Helen Connelly was an American actress who is best known for Her Right to Live, My Official Wife, and Humoresque.
Personal and Family Life
Born on October 7, 1907, in Brooklyn, New York, Helen Connelly was part of a family connected to the entertainment industry, as she was the sister of child actor Bobby Connelly. She married Anthony Merse on August 4, 1927, and they remained together until his death in October 1971.
Career
Helen Connelly started her acting career in the early 1910s and appeared in several silent films. Some of her notable works include her role as Sophie in My Official Wife and Esther Kantor in Humoresque. Her roles often reflected the talent and charm of child actors of her era.
Death and Legacy
Helen Connelly passed away on November 17, 1993, in Newton, New Jersey. She left behind a legacy as a prominent figure in early American cinema, particularly in the silent film era, contributing to the arts and inspiring future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Humoresque | 1920-05-29 | Esther Kantor (child) |
| My Official Wife | 1914-07-12 | Sophie |
| The Feudists | 1913-08-23 | Little Girl |
| The Violin of M’sieur | 1914-08-11 | Little Yvonne |