Lascelles, Ernita (1890–1972)
Lascelles, Ernita (1890–1972)
English-born actress and playwright. Name variations: Ernita Ranson. Born May 1, 1890, in England; died June 23, 1972, in Buckingham Valley, PA; m. Herbert Walter Ranson (actor).
Was a leading lady on the London stage; came to US (1920s), appearing with Theatre Guild in Back to Methusalah, From Morn to Night, Madras House and The Weavers; wrote several plays, including Fire.
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