Sarah Y. Mason
1896–1980 (age 84)
Screenwriter
Biography
Sarah Y. Mason forged a successful Hollywood career as a screenwriter, best known for co-writing beloved classics such as Little Women. Her gifted storytelling brought rich, layered characters to life and helped define the Golden Age of American cinema.
She later mentored emerging writers, championing thoughtful adaptations and the power of collaboration. Her legacy remains woven into the films she helped shape and the writers she inspired.