Arthur Ashley was an American actor known for his roles in silent films such as The Beautiful Mrs. Reynolds, Tangled Fates, and The Struggle. He was born on October 6, 1886, in New York City, New York, and gained fame as a leading actor in early cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Arthur Ashley was married to Bertha Weisz from 1907 until their divorce in 1928, and they had two children together. Later in life, he married Helen C. Schweickert, who remained his spouse until his death in December 1970.
Career
Known for his tall stature and brown hair, Arthur was a leading actor in the silent film era. He worked with major film studios like Vitagraph, Metro, World Film, and Thanhouser. Arthur often performed his own stunts and was described as a daredevil; he even broke several national records in racing and piloted dirigibles.
Death and Legacy
Arthur Ashley passed away on December 28, 1970, in East Islip, Long Island, New York. His contributions to early cinema, particularly in silent films, have left a lasting legacy and he is remembered as a significant figure in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Revolt | 1916-10-01 | John Stevens |
| An Officer and a Gentleman | 1914-03-14 | Lt. Billy Brinkley |
| The Vavasour Ball | 1914-01-20 | |
| Miss Petticoats | 1916-07-31 | Guy Hamilton |
| A Woman Alone | 1917-01-01 | Stephen Mallery Jr |
| The Gilded Cage | 1916-10-09 | Capt. Kassari |
| The Bondage of Fear | 1917-01-23 | Skinny Morgan |
| Heartbroken Shep | 1913-10-09 | Runa’s Father |
| Marrying Sue | 1914-02-06 | Patterson |
| Children of the Feud | 1914-02-14 | William Morton Sr. |
| Rasputin, the Black Monk | 1917-10-05 | Raff |
| The Men She Married | 1916-11-27 | Ralph Semple |
| The Social Leper | 1917-03-19 | Robert Warren |