What is mary philbin?

Mary Philbin was an American actress born on July 16, 1902 in Chicago, Illinois. She began her acting career in silent films in the 1920s and quickly gained popularity for her talent and beauty. She is best known for her roles in horror films, particularly for her role as Christine Daaé in the 1925 film adaptation of "The Phantom of the Opera" opposite Lon Chaney.

Philbin's performances were widely praised for their emotional depth and sensitivity. She was considered one of the most talented actresses of her time and she continued to work in films throughout the 1920s and 1930s. However, her career declined in the late 1930s and she retired from acting in 1932.

Although Philbin's acting career was relatively short-lived, she left a lasting impact on the film industry and is remembered as one of the great actresses of the silent film era. She passed away on May 7, 1993 in Huntington Beach, California, at the age of 90.