Seena Owen

Seena Owen

Deceased · Born: Nov 14, 1894 · Died: Aug 15, 1966

Personal Details

BornNov 14, 1894 Spokane, Washington, USA
Parents
  • Jens Christensen Auen
  • Karen Christina Sorensen
Relatives
  • Lillie Hayward (Sibling)

Biography

Seena Owen, a renowned actress, was born on November 14, 1894, in the picturesque city of Spokane, Washington. At the tender age of 21, she made her debut in the film industry with A Yankee from the West (1915),adopting the stage name Signe Auen. The following year, she appeared in the iconic epic, Intolerance (1916),directed by the illustrious D.W. Griffith, under the pseudonym Attarea. In 1919, she portrayed the captivating character of Barbara Riggs in the highly acclaimed A Fugitive from Matrimony (1919). Throughout her illustrious career, Seena Owen demonstrated exceptional acting prowess, appearing in numerous high-quality films. Her remarkable talent left a lasting impression on the industry. Following her final film, Officer Thirteen (1932),she bid adieu to the silver screen in 1933, bringing her remarkable journey to a close.

On August 15, 1966, Seena Owen's life came to a close, leaving behind a legacy of remarkable performances. She passed away at the age of 72 in the city of Hollywood, California, where she had spent a significant portion of her life.

Career

1932
Officer Thirteen
Officer Thirteen as Trixi Du Bray
Queen Kelly
Queen Kelly as Queen Regina V
1916
Intolerance
Intolerance as Princess Beloved (Attarea) (Babylonian Story)
1947
1937
This Way Please
This Way Please as Screenplay