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Lillian Gish
Also known as Lillian Diana Gish
Career
Active 1912 – 1987
Biography
About Lillian Gish
Lillian Gish, called the "First Lady of American Cinema," pioneered fundamental film performance techniques. Her career spanned 75 years, from 1912 silent shorts to 1987. The American Film Institute ranked her as the 17th greatest female movie star of Classic Hollywood cinema. Born October 14, 1893, in Springfield, Ohio, she was the daughter of actress Mary Gish and sister of actress Dorothy Gish. Gish stood 5'6" with blonde hair and blue eyes. She lived to 99, passing away on February 27, 1993.
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Profile details
Personal
- Died
- Saturday 27th of February 1993 (age 99)
- Years Active
- 1912-1987 (started around 18 years old; 75 years active)
- Birthplace
- Springfield, Ohio, United States
- Ethnicity
- Caucasian
Body
- Hair Color
- Blonde
- Eye Color
- Blue
- Weight
- 112 lbs (or 51 kg)
- Boobs
- Real/Natural
Frequently asked
How long was Lillian Gish's acting career?
Her film-acting career spanned 75 years, from 1912 to 1987, beginning when she was about 18 years old.
Who were Lillian Gish's family members in entertainment?
Her mother was actress Mary Gish, and her sister was actress Dorothy Gish.
Did you know
- Lillian Gish was often called the "First Lady of American Cinema."
- In 1999, the American Film Institute ranked her 17th among the greatest female movie stars of Classic Hollywood cinema.
- She was born in Springfield, Ohio, and lived to age 99.
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