Charles Coleman was an Australian-American actor who is best known for his roles in Colleen (1936), Poor Little Rich Girl (1936), and Becky Sharp (1935).
Personal and Family Life
Born on December 22, 1885, in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia, Charles Coleman was a dedicated actor who spent much of his career in the United States. He was married to Beatrice, who was with him until his passing in March 1951. Coleman was known for playing roles primarily as butlers or manservants due to his tall, portly, and silver-haired appearance.
Career
After performing in repertory theatre across Australia and the U.S., Coleman settled in Hollywood in 1923. Over his career, he gained recognition for his steady presence in various films, often portraying the quintessential butler. Despite usually being cast in secondary roles, his contributions to film were memorable and appreciated by audiences.
Death and Legacy
Charles Coleman passed away on March 8, 1951, in Woodland Hills, Los Angeles, California, due to a stroke. His legacy lives on through his extensive body of work in film, where he played a variety of roles that highlighted his talent and versatility as an actor. Coleman remains an important figure in classic cinema, especially noted for his numerous portrayals of butlers.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Whistler | 1944-03-30 | Jennings, Butler (Uncredited) |
| Shall We Dance | 1937-05-07 | Policeman (uncredited) |
| It Started with Eve | 1941-09-26 | Roberts |
| The Gay Divorcee | 1934-10-12 | Valet |
| The Little Minister | 1934-12-28 | Sergeant of the Guard |
| Alexander’s Ragtime Band | 1938-05-24 | Head Waiter |
| The Rage of Paris | 1938-06-09 | Rigley |
| Broadway Melody of 1938 | 1937-08-20 | Louis (uncredited) |
| Pittsburgh | 1942-12-11 | Mike (Markham’s Butler) |
| Merrily We Go to Hell | 1932-06-10 | Richard Damery |