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Louise Beavers (March 8, 1900 – October 26, 1962) [1] was an American film and television actress who appeared in dozens of films and two hit television shows from the 1920s to 1960.
Louise Beavers. Actress: Imitation of Life. 1930s and 1940s film actress Louise Beavers was merely one of a dominant gallery of plus-sized and plus-talented African-American character actresses forced to endure blatant, discouraging and demeaning stereotypes during Depression-era and WWII Hollywood.
Louise Beavers (born March 8, 1902, Cincinnati, Ohio, U.S.—died Oct. 26, 1962, Hollywood, Calif.) was an African American film and television actress known for her character roles. Beavers first drew attention as part of an act known as the Lady Minstrels.
7 Mac 2023 · Here are 10 things you should know about Louise Beavers, born on March 8, 1900. She made the most of the limited opportunities Hollywood offered Black performers in her time.
Beavers was born in Cincinnati, Ohio to school teacher Ernestine Beavers and William M. Beavers, who was originally from Georgia. Her mother's illness caused...
In John M. Stahl’s Imitation of Life, Louise Beavers finally had the opportunity to show her acting talent in a role that transcends the “Mammy” stereotype to form a profound portrait.
Louise Beavers (March 8, 1902 – October 26, 1962) was an American film and television actress. Beavers appeared in dozens of films and two hit television shows from the 1920s until 1960, most often cast in the role of a maid, servant, or slave.
