Mary Mersch was an American actress who is best known for The Rainbow Trail, Riders of the Purple Sage, and The Dream Girl.
Personal and Family Life
Mary Mersch was born on January 4, 1887, in Los Angeles, California. She was married to Tom Forman, and their union was notable in her life. Mary lived and worked primarily in Los Angeles throughout her career.
Career
Mary Mersch had a successful acting career and appeared in many films during the silent film era and early sound films. She was featured in notable productions such as The Dream Girl and The Rainbow Trail, showcasing her talent and contributing to her reputation in the industry.
Death and Legacy
Mary Mersch passed away on February 26, 1956, in her hometown of Los Angeles, California. Her contributions to early cinema remain remembered, and she is celebrated for her roles in classic films that helped shape the film industry during her time.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Wells Fargo | 1937-12-31 | Pioneer Woman |
| Song of the Saddle | 1936-02-28 | Settler’s Wife (uncredited) |
| Common Ground | 1916-07-30 | Doris Mordant |
| The Whispered Name | 1924-01-21 | Marcia Van Kreel (as May Mersch) |
| Riders of the Purple Sage | 1918-09-01 | Jane |
| The Dream Girl | 1916-07-17 | Alice Merton |
| A Mother’s Secret | 1918-04-29 | Lady Eldone |
| One of Many | 1917-02-12 | Emma Bryson |
| David Garrick | 1916-04-30 | Fanny Lacy |
| The Claw | 1918-06-10 | Judy Saurin |
| Blue Blood | 1918-04-15 | Grace Valiant |
| The Rainbow Trail | 1918-10-27 | Jane Withersteen |
| The Cowboy and the Kid | 1936-07-01 | Mrs. Wilson |
| Rimrock Jones | 1918-01-21 | Mrs. Hardesty |