Lilian Gish

Lillian Diana Gish, a groundbreaking actress, director, and writer, made significant contributions to cinema over a remarkable 75-year career, beginning in silent films and extending into the late 20th century. Known as 'The First Lady of American Cinema,' she pioneered essential performance techniques that shaped the industry. Gish rose to fame in the 1910s and 1920s, notably starring in D. W. Griffith's influential works, including the highest-grossing silent film, The Birth of a Nation. Her legacy continues to impact film today.