Edwards Davis was an American actor, famous for roles in films like The Daughter of MacGregor, The Strength of the Weak, and Wings of Pride. He was born on June 17, 1867, in Santa Clara, California, and passed away on May 17, 1936, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Edwards Davis had two wives during his lifetime. He first married Adele Blood in 1906, but they divorced in 1914. Later, he married Jule Power, though not much is known about their life together.
Career
Davis had a successful acting career, appearing in various films from the silent era to the early sound era. His performances were well-received, and he became a familiar face in Hollywood during the 1910s and 1920s.
Death and Legacy
Edwards Davis died on May 17, 1936, leaving behind a legacy of contributions to early cinema. He is remembered for his diverse roles and dedication to the craft of acting.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Tramp, Tramp, Tramp | 1926-03-21 | John Burton |
| Weary River | 1929-02-10 | Prison Chaplain (uncredited) |
| Wings of Pride | 1920-08-01 | Kavanaugh |
| The Good Bad Boy | 1924-06-01 | Judge Foster |
| On the Front Page | 1926-11-28 | James W. Hornby |
| Love in the Rough | 1930-09-05 | Williams |
| The Power of the Press | 1928-10-30 | Mr. Atwill |
| Diamond Jim | 1935-09-01 | Stockbroker |
| De Luxe Annie | 1918-05-19 | Dr. Fernand Niblo |
| The Only Woman | 1924-10-25 | ‘Fighting Jerry’ Herrington |
| The Amateur Gentleman | 1926-08-14 | John Barty |
| A Guy Named Joe | 1943-12-24 | Bartender (uncredited) |
| The Sporting Age | 1928-03-02 | The Doctor |
| Renegades | 1930-10-26 | French Ambassador (uncredited) |
| Madonna of the Streets | 1930-11-25 | |
| The Right Way | 1921-02-28 | The Rich Boy’s Father |
| Not So Long Ago | 1925-09-07 | Jerry Flint |
| The Strength of the Weak | 1916-03-12 | John Adams, aka Abbott |
| The Invisible Ray | 1920-07-01 | John Haldane |
| Joanna | 1925-12-14 | Grayson |
| High Steppers | 1926-03-14 | Victor Buckland |
| The Best People | 1925-11-09 | Bronson Lenox |
| Singed | 1927-08-23 | Howard Halliday |
| The Charmer | 1925-04-20 | Mr. Sedgwick |
| Face Value | 1927-08-01 | Crandall Sr |
| Hook and Ladder | 1924-01-07 | ‘Big Tom’ O’Rourke |
| A Hero on Horseback | 1927-06-10 | J.D. Starbuck |
| The Splendid Road | 1925-12-06 | John Grey – Banker |
| Butterflies in the Rain | 1926-12-20 | Stuart Carteret |
| Hello, Everybody! | 1933-02-17 | Sinclair Eldridge |
| Transgression | 1917-08-20 | Kent Hayward |
| A Circus Romance | 1916-01-24 | Ezra Butterworth |
| A Reno Divorce | 1927-10-22 | Judge |