Daniel P. Kelleher was an American actor who is best known for his roles in early short films during the silent era. He worked as a propman and electrician before becoming a sound engineer, making significant contributions to the film industry.
Personal and Family Life
Born on May 13, 1896, in California, Daniel Palmer Kelleher grew up in an era when the film industry was rapidly evolving. Little is known about his family background or personal life, but he dedicated a significant part of his life to cinema, starting his career at a young age.
Career
Kelleher began his career with the Essanay Film Company in 1913, where he gained experience as an assistant propman and part-time actor. His work in props and involvement with Charlie Chaplin’s comedies eventually led him to Hollywood. In the 1920s, he took on various roles, including electrician and sound engineer, dedicating 27 years to RKO as a sound engineer.
Death and Legacy
Daniel P. Kelleher passed away on April 26, 1958, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to early cinema, particularly in sound engineering, left a lasting impact on the filmmaking industry. He is remembered for his versatility and dedication to the craft of filmmaking.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1912 | Alkali Ike’s Motorcycle | (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1913 | The Kid Sheriff | The Kid Sheriff (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1914 | Snakeville’s New Doctor | Boy (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1914 | The Story of the Old Gun | Raymond Beahan – the Sheriff’s Nephew (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1914 | The Calling of Jim Barton | Jim Barton, as a Boy (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1914 | A Hot Time in Snakeville | Herman (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1914 | Broncho Billy and the Greaser | (uncredited) |
| 1915 | Snakeville’s Rising Sons | Slim’s Son (as Danny Kelleher) |
| 1915 | A Night Out | Bellboy Carrying Suitcases (uncredited) |
| 1915 | The Champion | Second Cop (uncredited) |