Virginia Rappe was an American actress and model born on July 7, 1891. She gained fame in the early 1920s during the silent film era, appearing in several films. Rappe's career was cut short due to her untimely death in 1921, which sparked significant media attention and controversy. Her death was linked to a party hosted by the famous comedian Roscoe "Fatty" Arbuckle, leading to a highly publicized trial. The case highlighted issues of morality and celebrity culture in the 1920s, ultimately impacting Arbuckle's career and the film industry at the time.