Truly Shattuck (July 27, 1875 – December 6, 1954) was a prominent soubrette star known for her performances in vaudeville, music halls, and Broadway. Her career, which began in tragedy, took her from the stages of New York to the glamorous theaters of London and Berlin. Born in San Miguel, California, Shattuck's early life was marked by a notorious incident involving her mother, Jane Shattuck, and her mother's boyfriend, Harry Poole. However, this tragic event brought her career to national attention and set the stage for her rise to stardom.Shattuck's career saw her performing in various productions, from vaudeville to Broadway, and she also made a foray into Hollywood, appearing in several silent films. However, despite her early success, financial troubles and personal challenges plagued her later years. She faced bankruptcy, divorce, health issues, and even periods of unemployment, eventually leading to her arrest in Chicago for attempted shoplifting.After her vaudeville and film career ended, Shattuck struggled to find stable employment, working as a waitress and seamstress. Despite her hardships, she left a lasting legacy as a talented performer whose life and career were marked by both triumph and tragedy.