Lois Wilson (June 28, 1894 â€" March 3, 1988) was an American actress
who worked during the silent film era. She also directed two short
films and was a scenario writer.Born to Andrew Kenley Wilson and
Contance (née Coolige) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wilson's family
moved to Alabama when she was still very young. She earned a degree
from Alabama Normal College (now the University of West Alabama), and
became a school teacher for young children, soon leaving to pursue a
film career.In 1915, Wilson moved to California after winning a beauty
contest put on by Universal Studios and the Birmingham News. This
pageant was the predecessor to the Miss Alabama/Miss America pageant
system, and Wilson is considered the first Miss Alabama. Upon arriving
in Hollywood, she auditioned and was hired by the Victor Film Company
for several small film roles.
who worked during the silent film era. She also directed two short
films and was a scenario writer.Born to Andrew Kenley Wilson and
Contance (née Coolige) in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Wilson's family
moved to Alabama when she was still very young. She earned a degree
from Alabama Normal College (now the University of West Alabama), and
became a school teacher for young children, soon leaving to pursue a
film career.In 1915, Wilson moved to California after winning a beauty
contest put on by Universal Studios and the Birmingham News. This
pageant was the predecessor to the Miss Alabama/Miss America pageant
system, and Wilson is considered the first Miss Alabama. Upon arriving
in Hollywood, she auditioned and was hired by the Victor Film Company
for several small film roles.
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