Laura Bowman

Laura Bowman

Deceased · Born: Oct 3, 1881 · Died: Mar 29, 1957

Personal Details

BornOct 3, 1881 Quincy, Illinois, USA
Spouse
  • LeRoi Antoine

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 2, 2025 )
  • Sidney Kirkpatrick

Biography

Laura Bowman, a talented actress, took her first breath on October 3, 1881, in Quincy, Illinois, USA, a city nestled along the Mississippi River, where the Illinois and Missouri rivers converge. Her early life and formative years were spent in this charming Midwestern town, which would later shape her into the accomplished performer she became.

Her illustrious career spanned numerous decades, with notable roles in films such as Drums o' Voodoo (1934),Murder in Harlem (1935),and The Brute (1920),showcasing her versatility and range as an actress. Her on-screen presence captivated audiences, and her performances continue to be celebrated and admired to this day.

In her personal life, Laura Bowman was married twice, first to LeRoi Antoine, and then to Sidney Kirkpatrick. Her two marriages brought her joy, love, and companionship, and she cherished the bonds she formed with her husbands.

Laura Bowman's life came full circle on March 29, 1957, when she bid farewell to this world in Los Angeles, California, USA. Her legacy lives on through her remarkable body of work, and her memory is kept alive by those who knew and admired her.

Career

1946
Miss Susie Slagle's
Miss Susie Slagle's as Black Woman (uncredited)
1940
Son of Ingagi
Son of Ingagi as Dr. Helen Jackson
1938
God's Step Children
God's Step Children as Aunt Carrie
1935
Murder in Harlem
Murder in Harlem as Mrs. Epps
1932
Ten Minutes to Live
Ten Minutes to Live as Bess, Gary's sister
Veiled Aristocrats
Veiled Aristocrats as Molly Walden