Ethel Barrymore Biography: Age, Husband, Children, Height, Net Worth, Parents, Movies & Awards, Wikipedia

Ethel Mae Blythe also known as Ethel Barrymore is a legendary American actress and singer, widely regarded as “The First Lady of the American Theatre.” A member of the illustrious Barrymore theatrical dynasty, she achieved iconic status on Broadway and earned an Academy Award for Best Supporting Actress for her role in None but the Lonely Heart (1944).

Quick Facts

• Full Name: Ethel Mae Blythe
• Stage Name: Ethel Barrymore
• Born: August 15, 1879
• Age: 79 years old
• Died: June 18, 1959
• Birthplace: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States
• Nationality: American
• Ethnicity: English (paternal side) and Swedish (maternal side)
• Occupation: Actress, Singer, Stage Director
• Height: 5’7″ (170 cm)
• Religion: Roman Catholicism
• Parents: Maurice Barrymore and Georgiana Drew Barrymore
• Siblings: Lionel Barrymore and John Barrymore
• Spouse: Russell Griswold Colt
• Children: Three
• Relationship: Divorced
• Net Worth: $500,000

Early Life and Education

Ethel Barrymore was born Ethel Mae Blythe on August 15, 1879, in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States. She was brought up by her parents, Maurice Barrymore (a prominent actor whose real name was Herbert Blythe) and Georgiana Drew Barrymore (a celebrated actress from the Drew theatrical family), in a renowned acting dynasty.

After her mother converted to Catholicism, Ethel attended Roman Catholic schools, including the Convent of the Sacred Heart in Philadelphia. She left school at a young age to support her family following her mother’s early death from tuberculosis and began performing professionally in her mid-teens. Her ethnicity is English and Swedish descent. Her religion is Roman Catholicism.

Career

Ethel Barrymore made her professional stage debut in New York City in 1894 in a company managed by her grandmother, Louisa Lane Drew. She achieved early success in London with productions such as The Bells and Peter the Great (1897–1898) and became a Broadway star with her leading role in Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines (1901).

Mrs. Barrymore made her film debut in The Nightingale (1914) and appeared in several silent films, though she preferred the theater. She returned to the screen in the 1930s and 1940s, delivering acclaimed performances in Rasputin and the Empress (1933, the only film featuring all three Barrymore siblings), None but the Lonely Heart (1944, for which she won the Academy Award), The Spiral Staircase (1946), The Paradine Case (1947), and Pinky (1949).

She received four Academy Award nominations for Best Supporting Actress and continued performing into her later years, including stage directing. Over her career from 1894 to the 1950s, she elevated the standards of American theater and film acting while mentoring younger performers.

Social Media

• Ethel Barrymore does not have social media accounts.

Personal Life

Ethel Barrymore, who passed away at 79 years old, stood at a height of 5’7″ (170 cm). She was married to Russell Griswold Colt from March 14, 1909, until their divorce in 1923.

The couple had three children: Samuel Colt (1909–1986), Ethel Barrymore Colt (1912–1977), and John Drew Colt (1913–1975). As a devout Roman Catholic, she never remarried after the divorce. No other publicly known romantic relationships are highlighted. She was known for her strong will, love of baseball, and devotion to family and faith.

Net Worth

Ethel Barrymore‘s net worth is around $500,000. Her income during her lifetime primarily came from decades of leading roles on Broadway, appearances in films and radio, and stage directing.

Filmography

Theatre (selected):

• Captain Jinks of the Horse Marines (1901)
• The Corn Is Green (1940–1942)
• Many additional Broadway and London productions

Films:

• The Nightingale (1914)
• Rasputin and the Empress (1933)
• None but the Lonely Heart (1944) – Oscar-winning role
• The Spiral Staircase (1946)
• The Paradine Case (1947)
• Pinky (1949)
• The Farmer’s Daughter (1947)
• Portrait of Jennie (1948)
• Young at Heart (1954)
• Additional silent films and supporting roles in the 1910s–1950s.