Ottola Nesmith (December 12, 1889 – February 7, 1972) was an American actress who appeared in more than 100 films and television shows,[1] including Cheyenne (TV series) and Alfred Hitchcock Presents. She hosted a horror television program on KTLA.[2]

Ottola Nesmith
Nesmith in Invisible Ghost (1941)
Born(1889-12-12)December 12, 1889
DiedFebruary 7, 1972(1972-02-07) (aged 82)
Resting placeForest Lawn Memorial Park, Glendale, California
OccupationActress
Years active1913–1969
SpouseLeon D'Usseau
Children4, including Arnaud d'Usseau

Early years

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Nesmith's father was Otto Nesmith, an officer in the United States Army. She began acting with a stock theater company in San Diego.[3]

Personal life

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Nesmith married screenwriter and director Leon D'Usseau; they had four children, including Arnaud d'Usseau. She died in 1972 at the age of 82 in Hollywood, California and was buried in Forest Lawn Memorial Park (Glendale).[4]

Selected filmography

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References

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  1. ^ "Ottola Nesmith". Movies & TV Dept. The New York Times. 2012. Archived from the original on November 4, 2012. Retrieved May 1, 2011.
  2. ^ "Night Harbingers of Horror". Life. May 26, 1958. p. 63. Retrieved May 13, 2023.
  3. ^ "Omaha Army girl has taken to footlights". The Omaha Daily News. August 10, 1910. p. 1. Retrieved September 21, 2023 – via Newspapers.com.
  4. ^ Wilson, Scott. Resting Places: The Burial Sites of More Than 14,000 Famous Persons, 3d ed.: 2 (Kindle Locations 25047-25048). McFarland & Company, Inc., Publishers. Kindle Edition.
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