Lillian Gish was probably the most important actress of the silent films era, and her career continued for many decades after. She was awarded an Academy Honorary Award in 1971,…

William K. Everson has written, "Lillian Gish, more than any other star, has always symbolized the silent screen heroine. Of course, she was more than just a 'heroine,' and all…

Pioneer silent film star Lillian Gish achieved the longest acting career in show business. She said, "You know, when I first went into the movies, Lionel Barrymore played my grandfather.…