Ernest Jay was an American actor known for his roles in The History of Mr. Polly, BBC Sunday-Night Theatre, and ITV Television Playhouse. Born on September 18, 1893, in London, England, Jay made significant contributions to both stage and screen.
Personal and Family Life
Ernest Jay was married to Catherine Mary Hay from August 9, 1927, until his death in 1957. Together they had two children. He also served as a Private in the Middlesex Regiment and Honourable Artillery Company during World War I from 1915 to 1917.
Death and Legacy
Ernest Jay passed away on February 8, 1957, in London, England. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor with a long-standing career in the performing arts. He is remembered for his dedication to the craft and the many memorable roles he played.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| So Evil My Love | 1948-08-02 | Smathers |
| School for Secrets | 1946-12-23 | Dr. Dainty |
| Grand National Night | 1953-04-15 | Railway Official |
| Tiger Bay | 1934-09-01 | Alf |
| Song of the Road | 1937-08-08 | Tinker |
| O.H.M.S. | 1937-01-01 | |
| The Franchise Affair | 1951-02-19 | Ramsden |
| Death in the Hand | 1948-03-29 | MacRae |
| I See Ice | 1938-02-10 | Theater Manager |
| The House of the Spaniard | 1936-11-01 | |
| Checkmate | 1935-09-26 | Huntly |
| The Iron Duke | 1934-11-30 | First Orderly |
| Broken Blossoms | 1936-05-20 | Alf |
| Blanche Fury | 1948-02-19 | Calamy |
| The Sword and the Rose | 1953-07-23 | Lord Chamberlain |
| Doctor at Large | 1957-03-26 | Charles Hopcroft |
| Golden Arrow | 1949-12-31 | Mr. Felton |
| The Reluctant Bride | 1955-08-01 | Minister |
| Who Done It? | 1956-03-20 | Scientist |
| Don’t Take It to Heart | 1944-11-13 | Reporter |
| Vice Versa | 1948-01-28 | Bowler |
| Men of Yesterday | 1936-05-01 | |
| I Believe in You | 1952-03-05 | Mr. Quayle |
| Top Secret | 1952-11-10 | Professor Layton |
| My Lucky Star | 1933-06-27 | Press Agent |