Maude Truax was an American actress who is best known for Gigolettes of Paris, Up in Mabel’s Room, and Ten Modern Commandments. Born on November 7, 1884, in Chicago, Illinois, she became known for her work in film during the early 20th century. She passed away on September 6, 1939, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Maude Truax was married to Hugh Boswell. Details about her family life are limited, but it is known that she had a passion for acting, which led her to a successful career in film and theater.
Career
Truax had a varied career in film, making her mark in both silent and sound films. Her prominent roles in movies like Ten Modern Commandments and Up in Mabel’s Room showcased her acting talents and contributed to her popularity in the film industry.
Death and Legacy
Maude Truax died on September 6, 1939, in Los Angeles, California. Despite her passing, her contributions to film are still remembered, and she holds a place in the history of early American cinema for her performances during a transformative era in film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| High Hats and Low Brows | 1932-07-10 | Mrs. Slaughter |
| Back Page | 1933-11-07 | Emma Blake |
| I Have Lived | 1933-06-15 | Mrs. Genevieve ‘Mousie’ Reynolds |
| No Children | 1929-03-10 | Smitty’s Mother |
| Love and Hisses | 1934-06-07 | Fanny Bender |
| Dancing Man | 1934-02-24 | Mrs. St. John |
| Daybreak | 1931-05-02 | Tillie |
| Man of the World | 1931-03-24 | Mrs. Jowitt |
| Everything’s Ducky | 1934-10-18 | Party Guest |
| Up in Mabel’s Room | 1926-06-20 | Henrietta Mason |
| Fish Feathers | 1932-12-16 | Mrs. Smith |
| Ten Modern Commandments | 1927-07-27 | Aunt Ruby |
| Gigolettes of Paris | 1933-10-05 |