Everett Butterfield was an American actor who is best known for The Magic Skin, The Seventh Noon, and Forbidden Fruit. He was born in 1885 in Portland, Maine, and passed away on March 6, 1925, in New York City, New York.
Personal and Family Life
Everett Butterfield married Leah May on October 6, 1921, and they remained together until his death in 1925. He was previously married to Jessie Glendinning, with whom he divorced before marrying Leah. Leah May, born in November 1887, had a complex marital history and married several times, including to stage actor Frank Keenan after Everett’s passing.
Death and Legacy
Everett Butterfield died from an abscess of the liver at the age of 39. His work in film during the silent era, particularly in the year 1915, left a mark on early American cinema. Despite his short career, his performances in notable films have contributed to the legacy of silent film actors.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1915 | Forbidden Fruit | Henry Stuart |
| 1915 | The Seventh Noon | Jacques |
| 1915 | The Magic Skin | Ralph Valentine |