Born in Chicago, Marion played comic supporting roles in more than 60 films. She began her career in the 1920s, starring in Edward Ludwig's Broadway Beauties, followed by several appearances in Francis Corby's productions and spending a year (1927-1928) at the Hal Roach studios, alongside comedians Charley Chase, Laurel and Hardy, and others. Her career at the Hal Roach Studies ended abruptly on April 7, 1928 after being employed since April 25, 1927.