Marion Byron, born Miriam Bilenkin, was an American movie comedian who began her career as a singer and dancer on stage, following in her sister's footsteps.
Born on March 16, 1911, in Dayton, Ohio, Marion's early life was marked by her passion for the performing arts. She eventually made her way into film, landing her first role as the leading lady opposite Buster Keaton in the 1928 film Steamboat Bill, Jr.
This initial success led to Marion being hired by Hal Roach to star in a series of short subjects alongside Max Davidson, Edgar Kennedy, Charley Chase, and Anita Garvin. The latter pairing, in particular, proved to be a highlight of Marion's career, as she and Anita were teamed up for a brief three-film series that drew comparisons to the iconic duo Laurel and Hardy.
As the 1920s came to a close, Marion continued to work in film, transitioning to musical features and appearing in productions such as Broadway Babies (1929) and Golden Dawn (1930). However, her roles gradually became smaller, and she eventually found herself taking on unbilled walk-on parts in films like Meet the Baron (1933) and Hips Hips Hooray (1934).
Marion's final screen appearance came in 1938, when she played a baby nurse to the famous Dionne Quintuplets in their film, Five of a Kind. Born on July 5, 1985, in Santa Monica, California, Marion Byron's life was marked by her dedication to her craft and her contributions to the world of American comedy.
