Ethel Wales was an American actress best known for her roles in films such as The Monster, Klondike, and Don’t. She was active in the entertainment industry during the silent film era and beyond.
Personal and Family Life
Ethel Wales was born on April 4, 1878, in Passaic, New Jersey. She was married twice; her first husband was Wellington Wales, with whom she had a son named Wellington Charles Wales, who lived from 1917 to 1966. Her second marriage was to John W. Stockton in 1940. Ethel began her acting career in silent films, working alongside notable figures like Cecil B. DeMille.
Death and Legacy
Ethel Wales passed away on February 15, 1952, in Hollywood, California, due to breast cancer. She left behind a legacy as a talented character actress who contributed significantly to early cinema. Wales is remembered for her diverse roles and distinctive performances throughout her career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Criminal Code | 1931-01-03 | Katie Ryan |
| Klondike | 1932-08-29 | Sadie Jones |
| The Saturday Night Kid | 1929-10-25 | Lily Woodruff |
| The Bedroom Window | 1924-06-08 | Matild Jones (aka Rufus Rome) |
| My Friend from India | 1927-12-18 | Arabella Mott / Bedelia Smith |
| The Eleventh Commandment | 1933-03-25 | Mabel Moore |
| The Fighting Parson | 1933-08-01 | Betsy Larkin |
| Love in High Gear | 1932-05-01 | Arabella Heath |
| The Masks of the Devil | 1928-11-17 | Virginia’s Aunt |
| The Important Witness | 1933-07-15 | Bride |
| Nice People | 1922-07-12 | Mrs. Heyfer |
| Midsummer Madness | 1921-01-23 | Mrs. Hicks |
| Icebound | 1924-03-02 | Ella Jordan |
| Craig’s Wife | 1928-09-16 | Eliza |
| Tenth Avenue | 1928-08-06 | Ma Mason |
| The Country Doctor | 1927-08-22 | Redora Bump |