Virginia Fox was an American actress who is best known for The Haunted House, Itching Palms, and The Goat. Born on April 19, 1902, in Wheeling, West Virginia, Virginia left a mark in the film industry during the silent film era.
Personal and Family Life
Virginia Fox married Darryl F. Zanuck on January 12, 1924, and they had three children together, including Richard D. Zanuck. The couple separated in 1956 when Darryl moved to Paris, but Virginia kept his surname. Despite their separation, Virginia continued to live in their Palm Springs home until her death.
Death and Legacy
Virginia Fox passed away on October 14, 1982, in Palm Springs, California, due to emphysema and cerebral thrombosis. She is buried alongside her husband, Darryl, in Westwood Memorial Park in Los Angeles. Virginia’s contributions to early cinema are remembered through her various roles in silent films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Paleface | 1922-01-01 | Indian Maiden |
| The Blacksmith | 1922-07-21 | Horsewoman |
| Cops | 1922-03-11 | Mayor’s Daughter (uncredited) |
| Hard Luck | 1921-03-14 | Virginia |
| Neighbors | 1920-12-12 | The Girl (uncredited) |
| The Haunted House | 1921-02-21 | Bank President’s Daughter |
| The Goat | 1921-05-15 | The Police Chief’s Daughter |
| The Play House | 1921-10-26 | Twin (uncredited) |
| The Electric House | 1922-10-01 | The Millionaire’s Daughter |
| The Love Nest | 1923-03-01 | The Girl |
| Down on the Farm | 1920-04-17 | Minor Role |
| Don’t Weaken! | 1920-09-05 | Dance Pupil (uncredited) |
| Frank Capra’s American Dream | 1997-01-01 | Self (archive footage) |
| The Cave Man | 1926-02-06 | Party Girl (uncredited) |
| Why Beaches Are Popular | 1919-05-10 | Bathing Girl |