About Irene Howley
Lived 1888 – 1954 (aged 66). Irene Howley was an American actor.
Irene Howley (born August 7, 1888 - ? ) was a performer on stage and a film actress in the United States. She was a chorus girl and then a principal performer in vaudeville shows. D. W. Griffith recruited her for film productions. She had leading roles.
Sheet music for The Cosey Rag states "Originally Introduced by Irene Howley".
Filmography Her Rosary (1913), short film Under the Gaslight (film) (1914) as Pearl Courtland A Yellow Streak (1915) with Lionel Barrymore The Moth and the Flame (1915 film) as Jeannette Graham The Purple Lady (1916) as Fifi Melotte Her Father's Keeper (1917) as Claire Masters His Father's Son (1917) as Betty Arden Is Love Everything? (1924) as Mrs. Rowland
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Who was Irene Howley?
American actress
When was Irene Howley born?
Irene Howley was born on 7 August 1888 in Brooklyn.
When did Irene Howley die?
Irene Howley died on 28 October 1954 in McAllen.
What was Irene Howley's occupation?
Irene Howley was an actor.
What nationality was Irene Howley?
Irene Howley was American.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Irene Howley. https://biography.guide/irene-howley/
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