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Virginia Rappe
Born 1891-07-07Chicago, Illinois, USA
Zelliene Virginia Rappe (July 7, 1891 – September 9, 1921) was an American model and silent film actress. Working mostly in bit parts, Rappe died after attending a party with Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, who was tried for manslaughter and rape in connection with her death, though he was ultimately acquitted of both charges three different times.
Screen work
Movies & roles
Why Be Good?: Sexuality & Censorship in Early CinemaSelf (archive footage)Murders of HollywoodSelf (archive footage)The Casting CouchRoleHollywood Scandals and Tragedies(archive footage) (uncredited)The Isle of LoveVanetteA Game LadyA Different Kind of GameThe Punch of the IrishThe Object of AttentionWet and WarmerHotel GuestThe Kick in High LifeParty GuestAn AdventuressVanetteA Twilight BabyRoleHis Musical SneezeLucy Butts