Fred Lake was an American actor who is best known for What’s in Store? (1953), The Straw Man (1953), and Thunder Over Tangier (1957).
Personal and Family Life
Fred Lake was born Frederick Sidney Lake on December 17, 1887, in Hackney, London. He lived in England during a time of significant change, which influenced his acting career. Details about his family life are not widely documented.
Career
Lake’s acting career included various film appearances, with notable roles in several films from the early 1950s. He gained recognition for his performances in movies like What’s in Store? and The Straw Man. His work contributed to the British film landscape during that period.
Death and Legacy
Fred Lake passed away on August 22, 1965, in Islington, London, England. Though not as widely known today, his contributions to film in the 1950s are remembered by cinema enthusiasts. His performances left a lasting impression on audiences of that time.
Filmography
Title | Release Date | Character |
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What’s in Store? | 1953 | Unknown |
The Straw Man | 1953 | Unknown |
Thunder Over Tangier | 1957 | Unknown |
Man from Tangier | 1957-11-25 | Hotel Porter |