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Eileen Wilson
Also known as Eileen Wilson Powell, Julia Mary Tierney, Julie Powell
Career
Active 1913 – 1931
Biography
About Eileen Wilson
Eileen Wilson, a black-haired, brown-eyed actress with an average build, began her career in 1913 at the age of 19. Over 18 years, she graced Broadway and touring stages in productions such as Within the Law, The Love Drive, No More Blondes, East is West, Burlesque, and Peter Flies High. Her final stage credit came in 1931, closing out a two-decade run in theater.
An American born in New York City, Wilson was married to actor William Powell. Their son, William David Powell, became a television writer and producer. The couple separated shortly after his birth in 1925 and divorced in 1930. Eileen Wilson passed away in New York City in 1942 at age 48 after a short illness.
Record
Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Saturday 12th of September 1942 (age 48)
- Years Active
- 1913-1931 (started around 19 years old; 18 years active)
- Birthplace
- New York City, New York, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
- Sexuality
- Straight
Body
- Hair Color
- Black
- Eye Color
- Brown
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How long was her stage career?
She was active from 1913 to 1931, a total of 18 years, starting at age 19.
What was her connection to actor William Powell?
She was married to William Powell, and they had a son, William David Powell, who became a television writer and producer.
When did she pass away and under what circumstances?
She died in New York City in 1942 at age 48 after a short illness.
Did you know
- Born as Julia Mary Tierney, she later used the stage name Eileen Wilson.
- Her husband was actor William Powell, and their son, William David Powell, became a television writer and producer.
- She performed in at least 12 Broadway and touring shows between 1913 and 1931.
- Her final stage credit was Peter Flies High in 1931, ending an 18-year career.
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