Virginia Hammond was an American actress best known for her roles in “Chandu the Magician,” “Romeo and Juliet,” and “Torch Singer.” She had a successful career in the 1930s, primarily portraying aristocratic or upper-class characters.
Personal and Family Life
Virginia Hammond was born on August 20, 1893, in Staunton, Virginia. She was married to Edward Earl Grady from 1911 until their divorce in 1917, and they had one child together. Virginia was known to be a close friend of actress Edna May Oliver and was present with her when she passed away in the hospital.
Career
Virginia began her acting career on the stage and transitioned to film in 1916 with Vitagraph. Throughout the 1930s, she became a recognized supporting actress, often portraying elegant and sophisticated women. Her film career included notable performances in various genres, showcasing her versatility as an actress.
Death and Legacy
Virginia Hammond passed away on April 6, 1972, in Washington, D.C. She left behind a legacy as a talented actress of the early cinema era, remembered for her performances that brought life to many characters in classic films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Torch Singer | 1933-09-08 | Mrs. Julia Judson |
| The Rich Are Always with Us | 1932-05-19 | Flo |
| Dr. Monica | 1934-06-23 | Mrs. Chandor |
| A Lost Lady | 1934-09-29 | (uncredited) |
| A Lady Surrenders | 1930-10-06 | Woman |
| Search for Beauty | 1934-02-02 | Mrs. Archibald Henderson-James |
| Rockabye | 1932-11-25 | Mrs. Van Riker Pell |
| Desirable | 1934-09-08 | Mrs. Emily Gray |
| Journal of a Crime | 1934-03-10 | Dinner Guest (uncredited) |
| Chandu the Magician | 1932-08-04 | Dorothy Regent |
| The Eagle and the Hawk | 1933-05-06 | Lady Erskine |
| Newly Rich | 1931-07-02 | Queen Sedonia |
| Anybody’s Woman | 1930-08-15 | Katherine Malcolm |
| Chance at Heaven | 1933-10-27 | Mrs. Franklyn |
| Come On, Marines! | 1934-03-23 | Susie Raybourne |
| Working Girls | 1931-12-12 | Mrs. Flora Adams |
| The Cabin in the Cotton | 1932-09-26 | Miriam Norwood (uncredited) |
| Romeo and Juliet | 1936-09-03 | Lady Montague |
| The Virginia Judge | 1935-09-17 | Martha Davis |
| The Crash | 1932-10-09 | Nadine |
| Let’s Live Tonight | 1935-03-16 | |
| The Great Impersonation | 1935-12-08 | Lady Hume (uncredited) |
| Great Expectations | 1934-10-22 | Molly |
| A Successful Calamity | 1932-09-17 | Mrs. Langstreet |
| Charlie Chan’s Courage | 1934-07-06 | Mrs. Sally Jordan |
| No One Man | 1932-01-22 | Matilda Newbold |
| Straight from the Heart | 1935-03-22 | Mrs. Austin |