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Mary Brian Biography

Birth Name:Louise Byrdie Dantzler

Birth Place:Corsicana, Texas, United States

Profession Actress, Soundtrack

Fast Facts

  • In 1926, she was named one of the WAMPAS Baby Stars
  • In 1947, she got married to film editor George Tomasini
  • Got her big break when she was discovered by actress Esther Ralston while participating in a beauty contest
  • Entertained troops in the South Pacific during World War II
  • Was in contention for the role of Scarlett O'Hara in "Gone with the Wind․"

Awards

  • 1925Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (March): winner
  • 1930Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (January): winner
  • 1930Photoplay Award-Best Performances of the Month (April): winner