Mabel Normand was a silent film actress, director, and screenwriter who was active in the early 20th century. She was known for her comedic roles and was one of the most popular actresses of the era. She starred in over 100 films, including the classic 'The Kid' (1921) with Charlie Chaplin. Normand was also a successful businesswoman, owning her own film studio and producing her own films. Her career was cut short by her untimely death in 1930 at the age of 37.