Lucille Western

Biography

Lucille Western, born in 1843, brought joy to New York stages with her vivacious performances, skillfully blending humor and feeling that captivated theatergoers of the time. Her theatrical presence and dedication to the arts made her a favored figure on the boards and a source of cultural pride.

Her untimely passing in 1877 was mourned by audiences and friends alike, and she now rests at Mount Auburn Cemetery, where admirers still recall the warmth she shared from the footlights.