 (Born on March 21, 1901 in Rushville,
Indiana, USA; died July 7, 1966 in New York, USA)
Her father was screenwriter Tom Geraghty. She was the sister of
writers Maurice Geraghty and Gerard Geraghty.
Although born in Indiana she was educated mostly in New York City.
She went on to be a graduate of the Hollywood High School. Though
her parents wished her to stay at home, Carmelita went off to become
a movie star. Her father in particular was slow approve of his
daughter's new employment.
Carmelita started work out as an extra in the early 1920s, using a
fictitious name until getting her big break. She was selected as one
of the WAMPAS Baby Stars of 1924. Carmelita soon became a favorite
leading lady for directors.
In a review of one of her first films the New York Times commented
that Geraghty "gives the only performance worth mentioning. She has
very pretty eyes and obviously would be able to make her acting
count for something in a more dramatic vehicle." |
