Lillian Leighton was an American actress who is best known for her roles in Parisian Love, Secret Service, and Castles for Two. Born on May 17, 1874, in Auroraville, Wisconsin, she became a noted villainess of the silent screen and continued to appear in films into the 1930s. She passed away on March 19, 1956, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Lillian Leighton was born Lillian Brown Leighton and grew up in Wisconsin. In the early 20th century, she became involved in the film industry, primarily during the silent film era. Despite her success, she was known to have conflicts with directors and studios, which sometimes led to uncredited roles.
Death and Legacy
Lillian Leighton died on March 19, 1956, in Woodland Hills, California. Her contributions to early cinema, particularly as a villainess, have cemented her legacy in film history. Although her roles were often small or uncredited, she remains a memorable figure from the silent film era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Feet First | 1930-10-30 | Mrs. Tanner |
| The Man from Monterey | 1933-07-15 | Juanita |
| The Wonderful Wizard of Oz | 1910-03-24 | Union Enforcer |
| The Dancin’ Fool | 1920-05-02 | Ma Budd |
| Torrent | 1926-02-21 | Isabella |
| Parisian Love | 1925-08-01 | Frouchard |
| The Jack-Knife Man | 1920-07-31 | Widow Potter |
| The Fair Co-Ed | 1927-10-22 | Housekeeper |
| There’s Always Tomorrow | 1934-11-01 | Flower peddler |
| Only 38 | 1923-06-17 | Mrs. Peters |