Priscilla Lawson played the role of Ming's daughter, Princess Aura, in the 1936 film serial Flash Gordon. Born in Indianapolis on 8th March 1914 as Priscilla Shortridge, Lawson started out as a professional model until she came to the notice of Universal who put her under contract as a film actress. Her striking performance as Princess Aura continues to find new fans to this very day, ensuring that her name will live on for many years to come.