Queenie Smith

Queenie Smith, a talented individual, entered this world in the bustling metropolis of New York City in the year 1898. At a petite 5 feet 1 inch in height, she was blessed with striking blue eyes and blonde locks, weighing a slender 108 pounds. Her paternal lineage was rooted in England, while her maternal heritage was German. Smith's academic pursuits began at the esteemed Horace Mann School, where she excelled academically. Her remarkable journey continued at the tender age of 13 when she matriculated at the prestigious Ballet School of Metropolitan Opera. During her teenage years, Queenie Smith rose to prominence as a solo danseuse with the illustrious Metropolitan Opera Company, captivating audiences in productions such as "Aida", "Samson and Delilah", "Faust", and "La Traviata". Her impressive repertoire also included appearances in various musical comedies, including "Helen of Troy, New York", "Sitting Pretty", "Tip Toes", "Hit the Deck", and "The Street Singer". Furthermore, she took to the stage in a range of dramatic roles, starring in productions such as "Lilly Turner", "The Greeks Had a Word for It", "Little Women", "Three-Cornered Moon", "Uncle Tom's Cabin", and "Every Thursday".