A star on stage and screen, she is probably best remembered for playing mothers on film. One reviewer said of her portrayal of Stella Dallas (1925), "A memorable performance in the history of the films".
Before landing a movie contract with the Triangle Motion Picture Company in 1916, she performed in her parent's (William and Hazel Bennett) circus. She first appeared under the big top at the age of 13 as a trapeze artist.
Screen, stage, and vaudeville actress.
Two sons: Ted (born c. 1908) and Bill (deceased prior to 1930).