Minna Gombell
Minna Gombell, born on May 28, 1892, and passing away on April 14, 1973, was a prominent American actress celebrated for her work in films during the 1930s and 1940s. Over her career, Gombell showcased her talent in approximately 50 movies, leaving a lasting impact on Hollywood. Some of her notable films include classic titles such as "Block-Heads" alongside the comedic duo Laurel and Hardy, as well as "The Merry Widow," "The First Year," "Boom Town," "High Sierra," "Hoop-La," "The Thin Man," and the Academy Award-winning "The Best Years of Our Lives."
In her personal life, Gombell was married three times, with her third husband being Myron Coureval Fagan, a well-known figure in the film industry as a writer, producer, and director. Through her diverse roles, Gombell became a recognizable face in the film industry, leaving a legacy that endures in the history of American cinema.
Filmography
Good Sport
Careless Lady
I'll See You in My Dreams
Champagne Charlie
Banjo on My Knee
Make Way for Tomorrow
Wild Girl
Mexican Spitfire Sees a Ghost
After Tomorrow
The Snake Pit
The Hunchback of Notre Dame (1939)
Boom Town
High Sierra
Slave Ship
The White Cockatoo
The Thin Man
Pagan Love Song
Strictly Dynamite
Johnny Doesn't Live Here Anymore
The Best Years of Our Lives
Bad Girl
Block-Heads