Charles Compton was an American actor who is best known for Jane Eyre, Big Jim Garrity, and The Sphinx.
Personal and Family Life
Charles Compton was born on August 14, 1883, in Mount Vernon, New York. Little is known about his family life or background, but he had a long and varied career in the film industry.
Career
Compton began his acting career in the early 1910s and garnered attention for his roles in silent films. Some of his notable works include roles in Jane Eyre (1910) and Big Jim Garrity (1916). His films often featured dramatic storytelling that was popular during that era.
Death and Legacy
Charles Compton passed away on April 26, 1964, in Laguna Beach, California. His contributions to early cinema are remembered, particularly his performances in silent films, which helped lay the groundwork for future generations of actors.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1910 | Jane Eyre | John Reed |
| 1912 | Buster’s Dream | Mr. White – Buster’s Father |
| 1912 | Buster and the Pirates | Mr. White |
| 1912 | Buster and the Gypsies | Mr. White – Buster’s Father |
| 1912 | Caught Bluffing | Billy Travers |
| 1912 | Taming Their Parents | Billy Abbott – The Widower’s Son |
| 1912 | The Stroke Oar | Bud Hagen – the Stroke Oar |
| 1915 | The Little Captain of the Scouts | West Point Cadet |
| 1915 | Beneath the Coat of a Butler | Sidney Stone – Margery’s Sweetheart |
| 1916 | The Sphinx | Charles Macklin |
| 1916 | Big Jim Garrity | Sam Craigen |