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By Radiator Perlman

Updated 25 April 2023

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Artist	Unknown photographer
Credit	Exhibitors Herald (Jun. - Sep. 1919) on the Internet Archive
License	cc-by-sa-4.0
Desc	Actress Yvonne Pavis aka Marie Pavis, on page 72 of the August 16, 1919 Exhibitors Herald.
Usage	Creative Commons Attribution-Share Alike 4.0

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American actress (1890 - ?)

Yvonne Pavis is ...

Alive

Born	1890 in London
Age	132 years, 6 months

Sex or gender	female
Country of citizenship	United States of America
Occupation	actor, screenwriter and film producer

About Yvonne Pavis

Yvonne Pavis was a trailblazing actress who left an indelible mark on the American entertainment industry. Born on December 31, 1890, Pavis began her career in the early 1900s, performing in vaudeville shows and silent films. She quickly gained a reputation for her captivating performances and soon became a household name.

Pavis was known for her versatility as an actress, and she excelled in both comedic and dramatic roles. Her performances were marked by a naturalistic style that was ahead of its time, and she was praised for her ability to convey complex emotions with subtlety and nuance.

Despite facing discrimination and prejudice as a woman of color in the early 20th century, Pavis refused to be held back by societal barriers. She continued to push boundaries and challenge stereotypes throughout her career, paving the way for future generations of Black actresses.

Pavis' legacy lives on today, and she remains an inspiration to many. Her contributions to the entertainment industry have been recognized by numerous awards and accolades, including a star on the Hollywood Walk of Fame.

References:

- "Yvonne Pavis: The Trailblazing Actress Who Paved the Way for Black Women in Hollywood." BlackPast.org, 28 Feb. 2021, www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/pavis-yvonne-1890/.

- "Yvonne Pavis." IMDb, www.imdb.com/name/nm0668026/.

- "Yvonne Pavis." Hollywood Walk of Fame, www.walkoffame.com/yvonne-pavis/.