Marion Benda

Marion Benda was an American burlesque dancer and model, born on October 14, 1904, in the United States. She earned recognition in the entertainment world during a career that spanned performance and photography. Her work as a burlesque dancer placed her in a tradition of theatrical performance that blended comedy, dance, and stage presence.

Benda also worked as a model, lending her image to various artistic and commercial projects. She passed away on November 30, 1951, at age 47. Her life remains a part of the history of early 20th-century American performance. Benda was of Caucasian ethnicity and identified as straight.