Charles Cullum was an American actor best known for D’Ye Ken John Peel? (1935), The Man in the White Suit (1951), and BBC Sunday-Night Theatre (1950).
Personal and Family Life
Charles Cullum was born on March 8, 1899, in Barry Docks, Wales. He spent much of his career touring across the United States, where he gained popularity. While touring, an incident occurred involving Mary Ellen Chaddock, a well-known British magazine model, who tragically committed suicide after learning about Cullum’s marriage. Cullum later insisted there was never an engagement between them.
Death and Legacy
Charles Cullum passed away in 1979 in Lewes, Sussex, England. He left behind a body of work that showcases his talents in both film and television. Although not widely recognized today, his performances contributed to the British entertainment industry during his active years.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Le Président | 1961-03-01 | Sir Merryl Lloyd, le premier ministre britannique |
| Games That Lovers Play | 1971-01-25 | Charles |
| Self Made Lady | 1932-03-01 | Lord Max Mariven |
| The Man in the White Suit | 1951-08-07 | 1st Company Director |
| It’s Not Cricket | 1949-04-01 | Sir Leslie Lawson |
| The Chiltern Hundreds | 1949-09-27 | Colonel |
| The Reluctant Debutante | 1958-08-14 | English Colonel (uncredited) |
| Barnacle Bill | 1957-12-17 | Maj. Kent |
| Victoria Regina | 1964-11-13 | Bishop of Rochester |