Grace Kingsley

Grace Kingsley (August 10, 1873 – October 8, 1962) was the first motion-picture editor and columnist of the Los Angeles Times, beginning the position in 1914 and ending when she retired in 1933. She continued to write film reviews and features on a part-time basis until the age of 80.

Life Kingsley was born in Lansing, Michigan, August 10, 1873 and was brought to California by her parents when she was six years old. After leaving full-time employment, she continued to write film reviews and features on a part-time basis until the age of 80. and in her significant role in the film industry, she introduced such figures as Gary Cooper to the Hollywood scene.

Kingsley died in Los Angeles on October 8, 1962 at Garden Crest Sanitarium and was survived by a sister, Dr. Mildred Mossman, and a niece, Mrs. Grace Nolan. She was buried at Rosedale Memorial Cemetery.