Winifred Bryson

Biography

A sultry, olive-skinned California native, Winifred Bryson (born Brison) began acting professionally in 1915. Her first appearance was in a Los Angeles stage production of "Regeneration" opposite Bert Lytell. She was a member of the Belasco Stock Theater, appeared in musical comedies, and officially entered motion pictures in 1921. Her first marriage, to Warner Baxter, lasted from 1918 to his death. In her prime, Winifred had "distinct Spanish-type" features, black hair and dark eyes.