Norma Talmadge (May 26, 1894 – December 24, 1957) was an American actress and film producer of the silent era. A major box office draw for more than a decade, her career reached a peak in the early 1920s, when she ranked among the most popular idols of the American screen.
A specialist in melodrama, her most famous film was Smilin’ Through (1922), but she also scored artistic triumphs teamed with director Frank Borzage in Secrets (1924) and The Lady (1925). Her younger sister Constance Talmadge was also a movie star. Talmadge married millionaire film producer Joseph Schenck and they successfully created their own production company. After reaching fame in the film studios on the East Coast, she moved to Hollywood in 1922.
Talmadge was one of the most elegant and glamorous film stars of the roaring twenties. However, by the end of the silent film era, her popularity with audiences had waned. After her two talkies proved disappointing at the box office, she retired a very wealthy woman.
Eugene O'Brien (born 22 March 1960 in Manchester) is a Britishauto racing driver and coach.
Career
He started his racing career in single-seaters, winning his first race in 1983 (FF1600). After finishing third in the Junior Formula Ford Series in 1983, he was forced to take a break from racing due to lack of finance. He returned in 1987, competing in Formula First, where he finished the year as runner-up. He switched to Formula Vauxhall Lotus in 1988, ending his second year in the championship as runner-up. He won his first title in 1990 with the British Sports 2000 Championship. His second title came in 1992, winning the Formula Forward series.
His success got him a drive in the British Touring Car Championship, with the works Peugeot team in 1993. He competed for two seasons in the series, but struggled with the underfunded Peugeot 405 finishing 16th in his first season, and 17th in 1994. Ater leaving the BTCC he competed in the 24 Hours of Le Mans for Agusta Racing Team, finishing third in the GT2 Class.
Eugene O'Brien (November 14, 1880 – April 29, 1966) was an American silent film star and stage actor.
Biography
He was born Louis O'Brien on November 14, 1880 in Boulder, Colorado.
He studied medicine at the University of Colorado at Boulder but was keener on the stage than becoming a doctor. O'Brien switched to civil engineering under his family's guidance, but his heart was still set on becoming an actor. He moved to New York City and was "discovered" by theatrical impresario Charles Frohman who signed O'Brien to a three-year contract and put him in The Builder of Bridges, which opened on Broadway at the Hudson Theatre on October 26, 1909.
O'Brien's first film, Essanay Film'sThe Lieutenant Governor, in which he had the starring role, played in Boulder's Curran Theater in February 1915, giving his family its first opportunity to see him act. World Film Corp. chief executive Lewis J. Selznick made O'Brien a screen star, putting him in an adaptation of Wilkie Collins' The Moonstone. Subsequently he was leading man opposite some of the leading female stars of the day, including Mary Pickford, Norma Talmadge and Gloria Swanson and became a silent screen matinée idol.
O'Brien is a surname of Irish origin which has many variants in the Irish diaspora worldwide, such as O'Bryan, O'Brian, O'Briant, O'Brient, O'Bryant, O'Brine, O'Bryen etc., which all claim a general common ancestry with the original Gaelic surname being Ó Briain or Uí Briain. Notable people with the surname include:
Eugene O'Brien: Taking Measures - IU New Music Ensemble
David Dzubay, conductor
Eliot Heaton, violin
published: 12 Apr 2016
Pure Mule interview part one with Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien
Part one of the interview with Pure Mule director and writer, Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien where they answer questions submitted by the fans on facebook, www.facebook.com/Pure Mule. Find out how the story of Pure Mule came about, are the characters based on real people and what's the story with the accents! Pure Mule is out now on DVD.
published: 13 Nov 2009
Eugene O Brien In Action - Race Driver and Coach Shows Us Hows Its Done
We are about to see the complete skillset of Eugene O Brien at the Donnington Chicane from the perspective of the unlucky driver in the other Funcup car - the real skill comes after the race weekend when said professional Driver/Coach refuses to accept the responsibility for his actions....
published: 14 Oct 2015
Predator Priest Profile: Eugene O'Brien (New York)
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-A short history of the crimes of and cover-ups surrounding Jesuit priest Father Eugene O'Brien, a predator priest who was able to build a successful career as a celebrated educator and fund raiser while hiding his sexual abuse of children.
If you were sexually abused by Father O'Brien, Father Ray Drake or other Catholic clergy in New York, we want to help. Confidentially contact the law firm of Jeff Anderson & Associates to begin your journey toward healing and justice.
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published: 05 Aug 2019
"Is Life Worth Living?" (1921) starring Eugene O'Brien
Silent Hall of Fame has created a Silent Gems Collection of rare and for the first time available films with our stars, as well as other silent masterpieces. These are high quality films that are hard to find anywhere else. Please use the link below to see the Silent Gems Collection of rare films on DVD.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/yorkmba99/m.html?item=131684404495&ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
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This is a short preview. A DVD with the film is available as part of our Silent Gems Collection of rare films. Please follow the above link to see the collection.
"Is Life Worth Living?" is a drama starring Eugene O'Brien, Winifred Westover, Arthur Housman, Arthur Donaldson, Warren Cook and others. A man acquitte...
Part one of the interview with Pure Mule director and writer, Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien where they answer questions submitted by the fans on facebook, www...
Part one of the interview with Pure Mule director and writer, Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien where they answer questions submitted by the fans on facebook, www.facebook.com/Pure Mule. Find out how the story of Pure Mule came about, are the characters based on real people and what's the story with the accents! Pure Mule is out now on DVD.
Part one of the interview with Pure Mule director and writer, Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien where they answer questions submitted by the fans on facebook, www.facebook.com/Pure Mule. Find out how the story of Pure Mule came about, are the characters based on real people and what's the story with the accents! Pure Mule is out now on DVD.
We are about to see the complete skillset of Eugene O Brien at the Donnington Chicane from the perspective of the unlucky driver in the other Funcup car - the r...
We are about to see the complete skillset of Eugene O Brien at the Donnington Chicane from the perspective of the unlucky driver in the other Funcup car - the real skill comes after the race weekend when said professional Driver/Coach refuses to accept the responsibility for his actions....
We are about to see the complete skillset of Eugene O Brien at the Donnington Chicane from the perspective of the unlucky driver in the other Funcup car - the real skill comes after the race weekend when said professional Driver/Coach refuses to accept the responsibility for his actions....
Visit our survivor questions & answers page to see frequently asked questions and find survivor resources: https://www.andersonadvocates.com/clergy-child-sexual...
Visit our survivor questions & answers page to see frequently asked questions and find survivor resources: https://www.andersonadvocates.com/clergy-child-sexual-abuse-jeff-anderson-associates-questions-and-answers/
-A short history of the crimes of and cover-ups surrounding Jesuit priest Father Eugene O'Brien, a predator priest who was able to build a successful career as a celebrated educator and fund raiser while hiding his sexual abuse of children.
If you were sexually abused by Father O'Brien, Father Ray Drake or other Catholic clergy in New York, we want to help. Confidentially contact the law firm of Jeff Anderson & Associates to begin your journey toward healing and justice.
Learn more about your legal options, contact us today- https://www.andersonadvocates.com/contact/
Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AndersonAdvocates
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Visit our survivor questions & answers page to see frequently asked questions and find survivor resources: https://www.andersonadvocates.com/clergy-child-sexual-abuse-jeff-anderson-associates-questions-and-answers/
-A short history of the crimes of and cover-ups surrounding Jesuit priest Father Eugene O'Brien, a predator priest who was able to build a successful career as a celebrated educator and fund raiser while hiding his sexual abuse of children.
If you were sexually abused by Father O'Brien, Father Ray Drake or other Catholic clergy in New York, we want to help. Confidentially contact the law firm of Jeff Anderson & Associates to begin your journey toward healing and justice.
Learn more about your legal options, contact us today- https://www.andersonadvocates.com/contact/
Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AndersonAdvocates
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Silent Hall of Fame has created a Silent Gems Collection of rare and for the first time available films with our stars, as well as other silent masterpieces. Th...
Silent Hall of Fame has created a Silent Gems Collection of rare and for the first time available films with our stars, as well as other silent masterpieces. These are high quality films that are hard to find anywhere else. Please use the link below to see the Silent Gems Collection of rare films on DVD.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/yorkmba99/m.html?item=131684404495&ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
FEEL FREE TO FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SilentFilmGems
This is a short preview. A DVD with the film is available as part of our Silent Gems Collection of rare films. Please follow the above link to see the collection.
"Is Life Worth Living?" is a drama starring Eugene O'Brien, Winifred Westover, Arthur Housman, Arthur Donaldson, Warren Cook and others. A man acquitted in a court of law is depressed at the thought that he will have a stain on his criminal record forever and prepares to end his life.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976:
"Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."
Silent Hall of Fame has created a Silent Gems Collection of rare and for the first time available films with our stars, as well as other silent masterpieces. These are high quality films that are hard to find anywhere else. Please use the link below to see the Silent Gems Collection of rare films on DVD.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/yorkmba99/m.html?item=131684404495&ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
FEEL FREE TO FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SilentFilmGems
This is a short preview. A DVD with the film is available as part of our Silent Gems Collection of rare films. Please follow the above link to see the collection.
"Is Life Worth Living?" is a drama starring Eugene O'Brien, Winifred Westover, Arthur Housman, Arthur Donaldson, Warren Cook and others. A man acquitted in a court of law is depressed at the thought that he will have a stain on his criminal record forever and prepares to end his life.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976:
"Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."
Part one of the interview with Pure Mule director and writer, Declan Recks and Eugene O'Brien where they answer questions submitted by the fans on facebook, www.facebook.com/Pure Mule. Find out how the story of Pure Mule came about, are the characters based on real people and what's the story with the accents! Pure Mule is out now on DVD.
We are about to see the complete skillset of Eugene O Brien at the Donnington Chicane from the perspective of the unlucky driver in the other Funcup car - the real skill comes after the race weekend when said professional Driver/Coach refuses to accept the responsibility for his actions....
Visit our survivor questions & answers page to see frequently asked questions and find survivor resources: https://www.andersonadvocates.com/clergy-child-sexual-abuse-jeff-anderson-associates-questions-and-answers/
-A short history of the crimes of and cover-ups surrounding Jesuit priest Father Eugene O'Brien, a predator priest who was able to build a successful career as a celebrated educator and fund raiser while hiding his sexual abuse of children.
If you were sexually abused by Father O'Brien, Father Ray Drake or other Catholic clergy in New York, we want to help. Confidentially contact the law firm of Jeff Anderson & Associates to begin your journey toward healing and justice.
Learn more about your legal options, contact us today- https://www.andersonadvocates.com/contact/
Connect with us on Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/AndersonAdvocates
Connect with us on Twitter - https://twitter.com/AndersonCause
Connect with us on Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/anderson_advocates/
Silent Hall of Fame has created a Silent Gems Collection of rare and for the first time available films with our stars, as well as other silent masterpieces. These are high quality films that are hard to find anywhere else. Please use the link below to see the Silent Gems Collection of rare films on DVD.
http://www.ebay.com/sch/yorkmba99/m.html?item=131684404495&ssPageName=STRK%3AMESELX%3AIT&rt=nc&_trksid=p2047675.l2562
FEEL FREE TO FOLLOW US ON TWITTER @SilentFilmGems
This is a short preview. A DVD with the film is available as part of our Silent Gems Collection of rare films. Please follow the above link to see the collection.
"Is Life Worth Living?" is a drama starring Eugene O'Brien, Winifred Westover, Arthur Housman, Arthur Donaldson, Warren Cook and others. A man acquitted in a court of law is depressed at the thought that he will have a stain on his criminal record forever and prepares to end his life.
Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976:
"Allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research. Fair use is a use permitted by copyright statute that might otherwise be infringing. Non-profit, educational or personal use tips the balance in favor of fair use."
Norma Talmadge (May 26, 1894 – December 24, 1957) was an American actress and film producer of the silent era. A major box office draw for more than a decade, her career reached a peak in the early 1920s, when she ranked among the most popular idols of the American screen.
A specialist in melodrama, her most famous film was Smilin’ Through (1922), but she also scored artistic triumphs teamed with director Frank Borzage in Secrets (1924) and The Lady (1925). Her younger sister Constance Talmadge was also a movie star. Talmadge married millionaire film producer Joseph Schenck and they successfully created their own production company. After reaching fame in the film studios on the East Coast, she moved to Hollywood in 1922.
Talmadge was one of the most elegant and glamorous film stars of the roaring twenties. However, by the end of the silent film era, her popularity with audiences had waned. After her two talkies proved disappointing at the box office, she retired a very wealthy woman.