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Gertrude Olmstead - Bio, Age, Chinese Zodiac Sign & Timeline
| Born | November 13, 1897 |
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| Died | January 18, 1975 (age 77) |
| Birthplace | Chicago, Illinois, United States |
| Zodiac Sign | Scorpio - (see also Gertrude Olmstead's horoscope and birth chart) |
| Chinese Zodiac | Rooster |
| Generation | Lost Generation |
| Known For | Silent film actress with roles in over 50 films during the 1920s. |
Intro
Gertrude Olmstead was an American silent film actress prominent during the 1920s. Appearing in over 50 films, she was known for her roles in silent dramas and for being one of the winners of a 1920 beauty contest organized by Universal Pictures, which launched her film career.
Early Life & Background
Gertrude Olmstead was born in Chicago, Illinois. She gained initial fame in 1920 after winning a beauty contest sponsored by Universal Pictures, which was intended to find 'The Universal Face'. This win allowed her to begin a career in Hollywood's burgeoning silent film industry.
Career Highlights
- Appeared in more than 50 silent films between 1920 and 1929
- Won Universal Pictures’ 'The Universal Face' contest in 1920
- Starred opposite actor Lionel Barrymore in 'Paris at Midnight' (1926)
- Acted in notable films such as 'The Plastic Age' (1925) and 'Torrent' (1926) alongside Greta Garbo
Trivia
- Retired from acting around 1929 as the transition to sound films began
- Married renowned MGM director Robert Z. Leonard in 1926
FAQs
People also ask
When was Gertrude Olmstead born?
Gertrude Olmstead was born the 13 November 1897.
Where is Gertrude Olmstead from?
Chicago, Illinois, United States.
On Her Birth-Day
About November 13th, 1897, in brief:
- Day of the week: November 13th, 1897 was a Saturday
- Zodiac Sign: Scorpio (in western zodiac), Rooster (in Chinese zodiac)
- Moon Phase: