Margaret Edwards was an American actress who is best known for A Physical Culture Romance, Hypocrites, and Sunshine Molly. She made a mark in the early film industry but eventually stepped away from acting.
Personal and Family Life
Margaret Edwards was born on November 3, 1896, in Berkeley, California. She was the daughter of William Irvin Edwards and Loretta Edyth Edwards. In 1923, she married Bernal Auturio Romero, a Venezuelan businessman, and they had one child together, Byrnal Margaret Romero. Despite her aspirations of becoming a dancer, she pursued acting briefly before focusing on her family life.
Acting Career
Margaret began her film career with roles in silent films, including her uncredited appearance in Hypocrites (1915), which made her the first known actress to be filmed naked. Her career was short-lived, with her last film being Sunshine Molly (1915). After her acting stint, she chose to retire from show business to concentrate on her marriage and family.
Death and Legacy
Margaret Edwards passed away on October 5, 1976, in Glendale, Los Angeles, California. Though she had a brief career in film, she is remembered for her early contributions to the entertainment industry. Her life reflects both a pursuit of performance arts and a commitment to family, leaving behind a legacy of early 20th-century cinema.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1914 | A Physical Culture Romance | Physical Culture Teacher (as Marguerite Edwards) |
| 1915 | Hypocrites | The Naked Truth (uncredited) |
| 1915 | Sunshine Molly | Mirra Budd |