Patricia Hannon, later known as Miss DuPont, was a multifaceted American talent, excelling in both the film industry and the world of fashion design.
Born on April 28, 1894, in Frankfort, Kentucky, although some sources dispute this, claiming her birthplace to be Frankfort, Indiana, Miss DuPont's early life and career were marked by a passion for the arts.
Her acting career began in 1919 with the film The Day She Paid, and she went on to appear in numerous productions, including Foolish Wives (1922),where she played the role of a wealthy and naive American woman, seduced by the odious count portrayed by Erich von Stroheim.
Despite being credited with her discovery by Stroheim, Miss DuPont had already established herself as a rising star in the film industry, with a string of films to her name prior to her collaboration with the renowned director.
Throughout her life, Miss DuPont continued to work in the film industry, leaving behind a legacy that would be remembered for generations to come.
Patricia Hannon DuPont, also known as Miss DuPont, passed away on February 6, 1973, in Palm Beach, Florida, leaving behind a rich and storied career that had spanned decades.
