The Gumm Sisters

The Gumm Sisters, then in 1934 they changed their name to The Garland Sisters, were an American vaudeville group consisting members of Judy Garland, Dorothy Virginia Gumm and Mary Jane Gumm.

1924 - 1929: Performing on the stage
The parents of The Gumm Sisters, Ethel Marion Milne and Francis Avent Gumm were vaudeville performers. They trouped from town to city with fellow actors, comedians, dancers, magicians and singers. The couple eventually made their home and started a family in Grand Rapids. Mr. Gumm managed a local theater and his wife played piano during silent movies. Before Frances (Judy) was born, the other two older sisters, Virginia and Mary Jane Gumm danced and sang together in the act. When Judy was 2 in 1924, she made her debut on the stage with her sisters as the group singing "Jingle Bells". Then Judy officially joined the act. The trio performed at local theatres, around town and even at home for family and friends. They put on a show anytime and at anyplace, somebody sat long enough to watch.

1929 - 1935: Performing on the stage and on film
When it came to 1929, the group started to be in films. Sadly, some of the films don't remain visible to the public. Some audio clips have still survived of the films that aren't available to watch. Some of these films are distributed by Warner. Bros. The two films that have survived are Bubbles and La Fiesta de Santa Barbra (1935).

Filmography (etc.)

 * The Big Revue (1929)
 * A Holiday in Storyland (1929)
 * The Wedding of Jack and Jill (1930)
 * Bubbles (1930)
 * La Fiesta De Santa Barbara (1935)

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