Annabelle Moore (born Annabella Whitford,[1] July 6, 1878 – November 29, 1961), also known as Peerless Annabelle, was an American dancer and actress who appeared in numerous early silent films.
She made her debut at age 15 dancing at the World's Columbian Exposition in Chicago in 1893.
[3] She later moved to New York City, where she performed in several films for the Edison Studios[4] and appeared on Broadway.
The sale of her films was further boosted in December 1896[5] when it was revealed that she had been approached to appear naked at a private dinner party at Sherry's Restaurant.
Although she was very popular before her marriage,[9] Annabelle died penniless in Chicago in 1961.