Inna Gest was an American actress who is best known for Six Gun Gospel, Boys of the City, and Hard Guy. Born on February 11, 1921, in Odessa, Ukraine, she became prominent in the film industry during the 1940s.
Personal and Family Life
Inna Gest was the daughter of Russian immigrant parents. She started her film career with the assistance of her uncle Morris, a theatrical producer. She was married to Alex Gorbenko from October 21, 1950, until her death and also had a previous marriage to Pete Peterson. Gest had one child with Gorbenko.
Career Highlights
During the 1940s, Inna played the lead female roles in several low-budget western films alongside actors like Tex Ritter and Tim McCoy. However, she struggled to find significant roles and chose to leave acting for family life by the end of that decade. Some of her notable films include Six Gun Gospel and Hard Guy.
Death and Legacy
Inna Gest passed away on December 31, 1964, in San Francisco, California, due to hepatitis B. Despite her early success in film, she remains a lesser-known figure in cinematic history. Her contribution to 1940s cinema continues to be appreciated by film historians and enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| What a Life | 1939-10-05 | Student |
| Babes in Arms | 1939-10-10 | Minor Role (uncredited) |
| Fast and Furious | 1939-10-06 | Miss San Antonio (uncredited) |
| Boys of the City | 1940-07-15 | Louise Mason |
| Gun Code | 1940-08-03 | Betty Garrett |
| No Minor Vices | 1948-11-12 | Mrs. Fleishgelt (uncredited) |
| Six Gun Gospel | 1943-08-03 | Jane Simms |
| Hard Guy | 1941-10-17 | Mona Day |
| The Golden Trail | 1940-07-08 | Chita Rawls |