Edith Johnson

1894–1969 (age 75)

Actress

Biography

Edith Johnson (1894-1969) graced the earliest years of motion pictures with poise, bringing sincerity to each role at a time when cinematic acting was still finding its language, and she now rests at Inglewood Park Cemetery.

Colleagues remember her kindness on and off set, a guiding presence for those navigating silent and early talking pictures.

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