Leah Baird first made a name for herself in summer stock and traveling
stock companies. After playing several leads in the
William F. Brady troupe opposite
Douglas Fairbanks Vitagraph signed her
to a contract. Her peak years in film were from 1916-1918 at which time
she was a very popular player. However, her career had faded by 1925,
and she retired to concentrate on scriptwriting. Later in life, she
became a bit part player.
