Ben Ali Haggin was an American actor who is best known for his work in the National Red Cross Pageant (1917). He was active in the entertainment industry from the 1920s to the 1930s, contributing as a director, set designer, and actor on Broadway.
Personal and Family Life
Ben Ali Haggin was born on April 20, 1882, in New York City. He was married three times: first to Faith Robinson, with whom he had two children, then to Bonnie Roche, with whom he had one child, and finally to Mary Lee McLoughlin Colahan, also known as Mary Corday, with whom he had two children and remained married until his passing.
Death and Legacy
Ben Ali Haggin passed away on September 2, 1951, in New York City. He left a mark on the theater world through his work on Broadway and is remembered for his contributions to various productions, particularly under the guidance of Florenz Ziegfeld Jr.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1917 | National Red Cross Pageant | Actor |
| 1917 | Dunois, Defender of France – French episode | Actor |