Minna Gombell, a versatile character actress who starred on Broadway and appeared in over 75 films, was born in Baltimore on May 28, 1892. Known for her sharp-witted performances alongside legendary duos like Laurel and Hardy in Block-Heads, Gombell’s immense contributions to early cinema faded into obscurity after her death, leaving her grave unmarked for decades. In 2020, her legacy was rescued from history when a dedicated chapter of the Sons of the Desert fan organization raised funds to finally place a beautiful headstone on her final resting place.
