Gilbert Holmes was an American actor, best known for his roles in Quick Triggers (1928), The Big Town Round-Up (1921), and The Arizona Cyclone (1928). He was born on June 15, 1895, in Miles City, Montana, USA, and passed away on August 17, 1936, in Hollywood, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Gilbert Holmes was born into a family in Montana but details about his personal and family life are scarce. He pursued a career in acting during the early 20th century, and information about his relationships or descendants is not well-documented.
Career
Holmes made a name for himself in the film industry with various roles, primarily in westerns and comedies. He appeared in multiple films throughout the 1920s, gaining recognition for his unique characters and performances.
Death and Legacy
Gilbert Holmes died on August 17, 1936, in Hollywood, California. Though not as widely known today, his contributions to early cinema, particularly in the genre of westerns, have left a lasting impact on the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Jesse James | 1921-03-29 | Pee Wee Holmes – Rodeo Bulldogger |
| The Man from Hell’s Edges | 1932-05-05 | Half Pint |
| Mountain Justice | 1930-05-04 | Rusty |
| The Man Who Won | 1923-08-26 | Toby Jenks |
| The Tenth Woman | 1924-08-24 | Shorty |
| The Border Sheriff | 1926-04-24 | Tate ‘Tater-bug’ Cooper |
| In Old Cheyenne | 1931-05-24 | Donkey Handler |
| Robbers’ Roost | 1932-12-30 | Henchman |
| A Made-To-Order Hero | 1927-10-08 | Peewee (as Peewee Holmes) |
| Sunset Pass | 1929-02-09 | Shorty (as Pee Wee Holmes) |
| Breakin’ Loose | 1925-12-05 | Magpie Simpkins |
| Galloping Fury | 1927-11-20 | Pee Wee |
| Western Racketeers | 1934-04-02 | Breed Morgan |