Gertrude Messinger

Gertrude Messinger

Deceased · Born: Apr 28, 1911 · Died: Nov 8, 1995

Personal Details

BornApr 28, 1911 Spokane, Washington, USA
Spouse
  • Schuyler A. Sanford

    ( Sep 30, 1939 to Nov 8, 1995 )
  • Henry Walsh Knight

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • David Sharpe

    ( Apr 20, 1932 to May 7, 1936 )

Biography

Gertrude Messinger, a talented actress, made her entrance into the world on April 28, 1911, in Spokane, Washington, USA, a city located in the northwestern part of the state, along the Spokane River.

Throughout her remarkable career, she captivated audiences with her impressive performances in films such as A Bit o' Heaven, released in 1917, Rip Van Winkle, which premiered in 1921, and Penrod and Sam, a 1923 production.

In her personal life, Gertrude Messinger was married three times to notable individuals, including Schuyler A. Sanford, Henry Walsh Knight, and David Sharpe.

Her remarkable journey came to a close on November 8, 1995, when she passed away in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, USA, a city situated in the western part of the state, known for its iconic Hollywood glamour and rich cultural heritage.

Career

1950
Sunset Blvd.
Sunset Blvd. as Hairdresser (uncredited)
1943
1941
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls as Telephone Operator (uncredited)
1940
1939
Feud of the Range
Feud of the Range as Madge Allen
Our Leading Citizen
Our Leading Citizen as Phone Operator
Zenobia
Zenobia as Party Guest
1937
Secret Valley
Secret Valley as Martin's Secretary (uncredited)
1936
Blazing Justice
Blazing Justice as Virginia Peterson
Aces Wild
Aces Wild as Martha Worth
Slippery Silks
Slippery Silks as Model's Assistant (uncredited)
1935
Wagon Trail
Wagon Trail as Joan Collins
The Fighting Pilot
The Fighting Pilot as Jean Reynolds
Roaring Roads
Roaring Roads as Gertrude 'Gertie' McDowell
Social Error
Social Error as June Merton
Melody Trail
Melody Trail as Cowgirl Cuddles
1932
Madame Racketeer
Madame Racketeer as Patsy Hicks
Riders of the Desert
Riders of the Desert as Barbara (as Gertie Messenger)
Hidden Valley
Hidden Valley as Joyce Lanners
Sinister Hands
Sinister Hands as Betty Lange