Gertrude Mahon | |
|---|---|
 "A Bird of Paradise" | |
| Born | Gertrude Tilson 15 April 1752 Dublin, Ireland |
| Died | after 1807 |
| Nationality | British |
| Occupation(s) | Actor and courtesan |
| Known for | outrageous clothes and behaviour |
| Spouse | Gilbreath Mahon |
| Children | one |
Gertrude Mahon born Gertrude Tilson (15 April 1752 – after 1807) was a Dublin-born British courtesan and actress. She was nicknamed the "Bird of Paradise" by the press for her outrageous hats, clothes (and behaviour).