Eleanor Boardman

About

Popular 1920s film actress who appeared in The Crowd in 1928 and Bardelys the Magnificent in 1926.

Before Fame

She was given a part in a film by director Rupert Hughes, and afterwards received more acting roles.

Trivia

She retired from acting in 1935 after failing to transition from silent films to talking films.

Family Life

She was married twice and had two daughters, Antonia and Belinda, during her first marriage.

Associated With

She planned a double wedding with Greta Garbo and her fiance in 1926, but Garbo cancelled their plans at the last minute.