Gavin Arthur was an American actor best known for his work in Borderline. He was also a renowned astrologer, sexologist, author, consultant, and educator.
Personal and Family Life
Gavin Arthur was born Chester Alan Arthur III on March 21, 1901, in Colorado Springs, Colorado. He was the grandson of the 21st President of the United States. Throughout his life, he was married three times: to Charlotte Arthur, Esther K. Strachey, and Ellen Margaret Jansen.
Career
Arthur served in the US Navy during World War II and became a significant figure in California’s early communes. He held various roles, including secretary of the California State Democratic Committee and educator at San Quentin prison. He published several works on sexuality, with his notable book, The Circle of Sex, first released in 1962.
Death and Legacy
Gavin Arthur passed away on April 28, 1972, in San Francisco, California. His contributions to astrology and sex education left a lasting influence, and he remains a noteworthy figure in the fields he explored.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Borderline | 1930-10-13 | Thorne – Her Husband |