Sarah Truax was an American actress who is best known for her roles in “Fool’s Gold,” “Jordan is a Hard Road,” and her performances in various stage productions. She began her acting career at a young age and enjoyed a lengthy career in both theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Sarah Truax was born on February 12, 1877, in Cincinnati, Ohio. She married Charles Stanley Albert in January 1908, and they had one daughter named Drusilla Ruth Albert, born in 1909. After Charles’s death in May 1948, Sarah later married Guy Bates Post. Throughout her life, she juggled her family commitments with her acting career.
Career
Sarah began her acting journey at 17 in Otis Skinner’s acting company. She made her New York City debut in the play “A Soldier of Fortune” in 1898 and traveled across the United States with Skinner’s company for over ten years. In 1915, she appeared in the silent film “Jordan is a Hard Road,” and the following year, she played Portia in a notable benefit performance of Shakespeare’s “Julius Caesar.” She continued acting in films, including “Fool’s Gold” in 1919. In 1949, she wrote a memoir titled “A Woman of Parts: Memories of a Life on the Stage,” reflecting on her rich experiences in the performing arts.
Death and Legacy
Sarah Truax passed away on April 25, 1958, in Seattle, Washington. Her contributions to theater and early film have left a lasting impression on the performing arts. She is remembered not only for her talent but also for her role in shaping the theatrical landscape of her time.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | Jordan Is a Hard Road | Mrs. Findlay |
| 1919 | Fool’s Gold | Lilas Niles (as Sarah Truex) |