From Wikipedia
Marion Aye (April 5, 1903 – July 21, 1951) was an American
actress of screen and stage who starred in several films during the 1920s,
mostly comedies. She is sometimes credited as Maryon Aye.
Born in Chicago, Illinois, the daughter of James H. Aye, she
was "discovered" by legendary moviemaker Mack Sennett. She was
selected as one of the WAMPAS Baby Stars in 1922. She was a capable dancer, a
talent she exhibited in several films. She also appeared in eighteen western
shorts opposite Bob Reeves.
Following retirement, she suffered isolation from the film
industry, which had virtually forgotten her. In 1935 she attempted suicide.
There were several more attempts, ending with her successful suicide attempt in
1951 in Hollywood, California. On July 10, 1951, Aye was found in a
"semi-conscious condition" after swallowing poison in a motel room in
Culver City, California and died eleven days later. Her father reported that
she was despondent after failing to get a part in a television play. Her second
husband, comedian Ross Forester, was distraught, stating that he thought his wife
was only joking about taking her life.
