Frankie Lee was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Jinx, The Bronze Bride, and The Right to Be Happy. He was born on December 31, 1911, in Gunnison, Colorado, and passed away on July 29, 1970, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Frankie Lee had a brother named Davey Lee, who was also a child actor. Details about his personal life are limited, but he became recognized in the early film industry.
Career
Lee began his acting career in the silent film era, appearing in several notable films. He worked on projects such as The Right to Be Happy and The Bronze Bride, showcasing his talents as a young actor during the 1910s and 1920s.
Death and Legacy
Frankie Lee died on July 29, 1970, in Los Angeles, California. Though not widely known today, he contributed to early cinema and is remembered for his performances in numerous silent films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Right to Be Happy | 1916-12-25 | Tiny Tim |
| The Third Alarm | 1922-12-01 | Little Jimmie |
| Nurse Marjorie | 1920-04-03 | Dick Allen |
| The Boss of the Lazy Y | 1917-04-07 | Bob Clayton |
| Jinx | 1919-12-13 | Orphan |
| Godless Men | 1920-11-06 | ‘Red Pawl’ as a Boy |
| Code of the West | 1925-04-06 | Bud |
| Heart’s Haven | 1922-08-08 | Bobbie Laird |
| The Swamp | 1921-10-30 | Buster |
| The Primal Law | 1921-09-11 | Bobbie Carson |