Anne Shirley

Anne Shirley (born Dawn Evelyeen Paris; April 17, 1918 – July 4, 1993) was an American child, teen, and young adult screen actress. She retired at age 26. Initially appearing in films under the name Dawn O'Day, she changed her name to Anne Shirley (the name of the title character she portrayed) upon the success of the 1934 film Anne of Green Gables.

Anne Shirley is known for work in acting across film and television. New Release currently presents 25 verified screen credits connected to this profile.

Selected work includes Bombardier (1943), School for Girls (1934), Murder, My Sweet (1944), All That Money Can Buy (1941), City Girl (1930), The Making of a Legend: Gone with the Wind (1988), The Life of Jimmy Dolan (1933), Boy Slaves (1939). The recorded credits span 1925 to 1988, including 25 movies and 0 TV shows.

The filmography below lists available titles, release years and known roles. This profile is updated as additional verified information becomes available.