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Elsie Esmond
actress
- Birth name:
- Elsie Augusta Elizabeth Sturkow
- Born:
- 1880-05-08, Chicago, Illinois, USA
- Died:
- 1958-08-24, Wheeling, Illinois, USA
- Professions:
- actress
Biography
Elsie Esmond entered the world on May 8, 1880, in Chicago, Illinois, where she would later carve a niche for herself in the golden age of cinema. A charismatic actress of the silent and early sound eras, she brought life to memorable roles in films like *The Royal Family of Broadway* (1930), *A Change of Heart* (1914), and *The Pawn of Fortune* (1914), showcasing her versatility across genres and decades. Her personal life mirrored the drama of her screen persona, marked by two marriages—first to Robert Morris, then to Thurlow Bergen. On August 24, 1958, in Wheeling, Illinois, she left behind a legacy of artistry, her story closing a chapter of Hollywood’s early history.
