Ben Hewlett was an American actor who is best known for Not Quite Decent, The Adventures of Frank Merriwell, and Speed Wings. He was born on February 27, 1892, in Oakland, California, USA, and passed away on August 16, 1948, in Santa Monica, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Ben Hewlett lived a relatively private life away from the limelight. Details about his family and personal relationships remain limited, but he was known in the entertainment industry for his work in both film and television.
Career
Hewlett’s acting career spanned several decades, during which he appeared in numerous films. Some of his notable works include roles in Not Quite Decent (1929), The Adventures of Frank Merriwell (1936), and Speed Wings (1934). His contributions to cinema during the early to mid-20th century established him as a recognizable figure in Hollywood.
Death and Legacy
Ben Hewlett passed away on August 16, 1948, in Santa Monica, California. His legacy continues through his films, which are still appreciated by fans of classic cinema. Although his life details are scarce, his work remains celebrated in the catalog of early American film.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Western Jamboree | 1938-12-02 | Randolph Kimball |
| Born to Be Wild | 1938-02-16 | Wilson |
| The White Cockatoo | 1935-01-29 | Michael Stravsky |
| Parole Girl | 1933-03-04 | Headwaiter |
| The Adventures of Frank Merriwell | 1936-01-13 | Daggett |
| Mrs. Wiggs of the Cabbage Patch | 1934-10-28 | Box Office Man |
| Broad Daylight | 1922-10-30 | Shadow Smith |
| A Woman is the Judge | 1939-10-03 | Wolf |
| Bunker Bean | 1936-06-26 | Member of Board of Directors (uncredited) |
| Lights Out | 1923-11-12 | Keith Forbes |
| On the Level | 1930-05-18 | Buck |
| Speed Wings | 1934-02-05 | Gregory |
| Not Quite Decent | 1929-07-02 | A Crook |