Pauline Starke

Pauline Starke (January 10, 1901 – February 3, 1977) was a notable American actress renowned for her work during the silent film era. Hailing from Joplin, Missouri, Starke began her career in the film industry with a minor role as a dance extra in D.W. Griffith's epic, Intolerance, released in 1916. Her early career was marked by small parts until director Frank Borzage recognized her potential and cast her in leading roles starting in 1917.

By 1922, Starke's rising star was acknowledged when she was named among the WAMPAS Baby Stars, highlighting her as one of the most promising actresses of her time. Throughout her career, which spanned from 1916 to 1935, she delivered memorable performances in various films, cementing her status as a leading figure in silent cinema during the 1920s.

Starke's personal life included two marriages; she first wed producer and director Jack White in 1927, followed later by a marriage to actor George Sherwood. She passed away from complications following a stroke on February 3, 1977, in Santa Monica, California. In recognition of her significant contributions to the film industry, Pauline Starke was honored with a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame, located at 6125 Hollywood Blvd.