Betty Compson
Birth Name:
Eleanor Luicime Compson
Birth Place:
Beaver, Utah, United States
Profession
Actress, Soundtrack
Fast Facts
- In October 1925, she got married to fellow actor James Cruze
- Got her start in entertainment by working as a violinist in a vaudeville show
- Would frequently perform in films produced by Al Christie
- Was one of the first women to own a film production company
Awards
- 1923Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (January):Winner
- 1923Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (July):Winner
- 1924Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (September):Winner
- 1928Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (September):Winner
- 1928Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (November):Winner
- 1929Photoplay Award - Best Performances of the Month (January):Winner
- 1930Oscar - Best Actress in a Leading Role:Nominated