Daniel L. Haynes was an American actor best known for his roles in Hallelujah (1929), The Last Mile (1932), and Mary Burns, Fugitive (1935). He was born on June 6, 1889, in Atlanta, Georgia, USA, and passed away on July 29, 1954, in Kingston, New York, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Daniel L. Haynes was married to Rosa Belle Sims from November 28, 1910, until his death in 1954. The couple shared a life together for over four decades. Details about their life together are limited, but they likely supported each other’s endeavors in the arts.
Death and Legacy
Haynes died of a heart attack on July 29, 1954. His passing marked the end of a noteworthy career that contributed to the early era of film. He left behind a legacy as one of the few African American actors of his time to have notable film credits, paving the way for future generations.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hallelujah | 1929-08-20 | Zeke |
| So Red the Rose | 1935-12-20 | William Veal |
| Fury | 1936-06-05 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| Mary Burns, Fugitive | 1935-11-15 | Jeremiah |
| The Last Mile | 1932-08-17 | Sonny Jackson… Cell 2 |
| Escape from Devil’s Island | 1935-11-24 | Djikki |
| John Smith | 1922-06-01 | Gangster (as Daniel Haynes) |