Gladys George was a renowned American actress who embarked on her theatrical journey at the tender age of three, touring the United States alongside her parents. As she grew older, she began to make a name for herself on stage, starring in various productions throughout the 1920s. Although she had already appeared in several films during the early part of that decade, it was her stage work that truly showcased her talent.
One of her most notable roles was in the comedy "Personal Appearance" by Lawrence Riley, which she reprised in the 1930s. This role would later be adapted into the classic film "Go West, Young Man" by none other than the iconic Mae West. In 1936, George received a nomination for the Academy Award for Best Actress for her outstanding performance in "Valiant Is the Word for Carrie".
Throughout her illustrious career, George appeared in numerous Broadway productions, including "The Distant City", "Lady in Waiting", and "The Betrothal". Her first billed roles were in "Madame X" (1937) and "Love is a Headache", and she also made memorable appearances in "The Roaring Twenties" (1939),"The Way of All Flesh" (1940),"The Best Years of Our Lives" (1946),and "He Ran All the Way" (1951).
George's impressive repertoire also included notable roles in "The Maltese Falcon" and "Marie Antoinette", where she played the widow of Miles Archer (Iva Archer) and Mme. Du Barry, respectively. Her later successful roles included Lute Mae Sanders in "Flamingo Road", the corrupt nurse Miss Hatch in "Detective Story", and the alcoholic mother of Doris Day's wholesome character in "Lullaby of Broadway".
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