Milla Davenport was a renowned stage and film actress, born in the vibrant city of Zurich, Switzerland. Her educational background was shaped in the Swiss environment, laying the foundation for her future success. For an impressive fifteen years, she shared the stage with her husband, actor Harry J. Davenport, as part of his esteemed repertory company.
Davenport's journey in motion pictures began with the silent film Trapping the Bachelor in 1916. Her subsequent roles in Daddy-Long-Legs (1919) alongside the legendary Mary Pickford, The Brat (1919) with the talented Nazimova, Sins of the Fathers (1928) featuring the acclaimed Emil Jannings, and The Wedding Night (1935) showcased her remarkable range.
As the sound film era dawned, Davenport continued to thrive in the cinematic world, leaving an indelible mark on the industry. Her filmography boasts a plethora of notable credits, including The Defense Rests (1934),Here Comes Cookie (1935),and an uncredited appearance in Human Cargo (1936),solidifying her enduring legacy.
