May Robson

Born: 1858-04-17

Birthplace: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Biography

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May Robson (19 April 1858 - 20 October 1942) was an actress and playwright. A major stage actress of the late 19th and early 20th century, Robson is best known today for the dozens of 1930s motion pictures she appeared in when she was well into her seventies, usually playing cross old ladies with hearts of gold.

Known For

Bringing Up Baby
A Star Is Born
Anna Karenina
Lady for a Day
The Adventures of Tom Sawyer
The King of Kings
Alice in Wonderland
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde
Cavalcade of the Academy Awards
Wife vs. Secretary

Top Movie Credits

Bringing Up Baby Aunt Elizabeth
A Star Is Born Lettie Blodgett
Anna Karenina Countess Vronsky
Lady for a Day Apple Annie
The King of Kings Mother of Gestas
Alice in Wonderland Queen Of Hearts
Dr. Jekyll and Mr. Hyde Prostitute at Clinic (uncredited)
Wife vs. Secretary Mimi Stanhope