Charles Avery was an American actor and director, recognized for his roles in films such as “Love and Bullets” (1914), “His Lying Heart” (1916), and “The Taming of the Shrew” (1908). He was born on May 28, 1873, in Chicago, Illinois, and passed away on July 23, 1926, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Avery was married three times, first to Katherine Caroline Gormley, with whom he had four children. His other two marriages were to Margaret Ella Royster and Elsa Clark. He had a total of five children, including Charlotte, Harriett Marie, and Dudley Avery Bradford. Avery’s family legacy continues through his grandchildren and great-grandchildren.
Death and Legacy
Charles Avery died on July 23, 1926, from congestive heart failure in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to early cinema, particularly with the Keystone Kops, have left a lasting impact on the comedy genre in film. Avery was also a respected figure in the film industry, having directed over 50 films featuring other prominent stars of the era.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Stolen Glory | 1912-10-14 | soldier |
| Fatty Joins the Force | 1913-11-23 | Arresting Cop |
| Won in a Closet | 1914-01-21 | Mabel’s Sweetheart |
| The Violin Maker of Cremona | 1909-06-07 | Worker / In Crowd |
| Passions, He Had Three | 1913-06-05 | Si Black |
| The Taming of the Shrew | 1908-11-10 | Music Teacher |
| Love and Bullets | 1914 | Character not specified |
| His Lying Heart | 1916 | Character not specified |
| The Knockout | 1914-06-11 | Cop (uncredited) |