Julie DeValora

Actor

Active: 1928

About Julie DeValora

Julie DeValora was an actress active during the transition period from silent films to early talkies in Hollywood. Her known filmography consists of appearances in 1928, placing her career squarely in the final year of the silent era. She appeared in the MGM production 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh' starring the legendary Lon Chaney, which was one of the notable films of that year. Given the extremely brief timeframe of her documented career (only 1928), she likely had either a very short professional acting career or possibly made only a few film appearances. Like many actors of the silent era who didn't successfully transition to sound films, her career may have been limited to this brief period. Information about her life before and after this brief film career remains scarce in historical records.

The Craft

Milestones

  • Appeared in 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh' (1928) starring Lon Chaney

Best Known For

Must-See Films

  • Laugh, Clown, Laugh (1928)

Working Relationships

Studios

  • MGM

Why They Matter

Impact on Culture

Julie DeValora represents the many actors who populated the silent film era but whose careers were brief and largely undocumented. Her appearance in a major MGM production alongside Lon Chaney places her within the significant transition period of Hollywood cinema, but her limited filmography suggests she was among the countless supporting players who contributed to the rich tapestry of silent cinema without achieving lasting fame.

Lasting Legacy

Due to the extremely limited documentation of her career and life, Julie DeValora's legacy is primarily preserved through her credit in 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh,' a film that remains notable for Lon Chaney's performance. She serves as an example of the transient nature of fame in early Hollywood, where many actors appeared in films but left little trace in historical records.

Who They Inspired

There is no documented evidence of Julie DeValora's influence on other actors or filmmakers, which is typical for actors with very brief careers in the silent era.

Off Screen

Very little information is available about Julie DeValora's personal life, which is not uncommon for actors who had brief careers in the silent era and did not achieve major stardom.

Did You Know?

  • Her entire documented film career spans only one year: 1928
  • She appeared in a film with legendary silent star Lon Chaney
  • 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh' was one of MGM's major productions of 1928
  • Her career coincided with the final year of the silent era
  • Very little biographical information about her survives in film archives

Frequently Asked Questions

Who was Julie DeValora?

Julie DeValora was an actress active in 1928 during the silent film era, known primarily for her appearance in the MGM film 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh' starring Lon Chaney.

What films is Julie DeValora best known for?

Her only documented film credit is 'Laugh, Clown, Laugh' (1928), a notable silent drama featuring Lon Chaney in one of his most memorable roles.

When was Julie DeValora born and when did she die?

Birth and death dates for Julie DeValora are not available in historical records, which is not uncommon for actors with brief careers in the silent era.

What awards did Julie DeValora win?

There are no documented awards or nominations for Julie DeValora, which is typical for actors with very limited film careers.

What was Julie DeValora's acting style?

Due to the limited documentation of her career and the loss of many silent films, her specific acting style cannot be determined from available historical records.

Films

1 film