Merta Sterling

Merta Sterling (June 13, 1883 March 14, 1944) was an American film actress of the silent era who predominantly appeared in comedic roles.[1][2] She appeared in more than 60 films between 1914 and 1927. She was born Manitowoc, Wisconsin and died in Hollywood, California.

Merta Sterling
Sterling in 1917
Born(1883-06-13)June 13, 1883
DiedMarch 14, 1944(1944-03-14) (aged 60)
OccupationActress
Years active1914–1927

Selected filmography

Year Title Role Notes
1917Lonesome Luke, LawyerShort
1917Fat and FuriousMerta
1918Clean SweepThe Lady BarberShort
1918The King of the KitchenShort
1919The JanitorHefty Hilda
1919The Sage-Brush League
1920Up in Mary's AtticLena Gerst
1923The Handy ManThe cookShort
1923Scorching SandsShort
1924Darwin Was RightLiza
1924Women FirstMandy Lee
1924The Star Dust TrailThe Maid
1927Paid to LoveMaid

References

  1. Slide, Anthony (August 29, 2016). She Could Be Chaplin!: The Comedic Brilliance of Alice Howell. Univ. Press of Mississippi. ISBN 9781496808424 via Google Books.
  2. Massa, Steve. "Slapstick Divas: The Women of Silent Comedy". BearManor Media via Google Books.
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