Lydia Knott | |
|---|---|
 Knott in 1922 | |
| Born | October 1, 1866 |
| Died | March 30, 1955 (aged 88) |
| Occupation | Actress |
| Years active | 1914–1937 |
| Relatives | Lambert Hillyer (son) |
Lydia Knott (October 1, 1866 – March 30, 1955) was an American actress of the silent film era. [1] She appeared in more than 90 films between 1914 and 1937.
Knott was born in Tyner, Indiana, the daughter of Lambert and Clarissa Knott. She died in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles. She was the mother of director Lambert Hillyer. [2]
For years, Knott was David Higgins' leading lady. She acted in stock theater in Albany, Chicago, Cincinnati, and Toledo, among other cities. She also toured the United States in at least five productions. [3] She also acted in vaudeville. [4]
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