Gordon Westcott was an American actor who is best known for The World Changes, Dark Hazard, and 6 Day Bike Rider. He was born on November 6, 1903, in St. George, Utah, and passed away on October 30, 1935, in Hollywood, California.
Personal and Family Life
Gordon Westcott was married three times throughout his life. His first wife was Margaret Cardon, followed by Hazel Betha McArthur, and finally, Anne Weston Brandreth. He had three children, including actress Helen Westcott, known for her own acting career.
Career
Westcott had a promising acting career and was a contract player with Warner Brothers, performing in various leading and supporting roles between 1928 and 1935. He appeared in many films such as The Working Man and Heroes for Sale. Despite his talents, his career was cut short due to his untimely death.
Death and Legacy
Gordon Westcott tragically died on October 30, 1935, after suffering severe injuries from a horse polo accident. He was hospitalized for three days before passing away on Halloween. His contributions to film, particularly during the early 1930s, have left a lasting impression on the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Private Detective 62 | 1933-06-10 | Tony Bandor |
| Heroes for Sale | 1933-06-17 | Roger Winston |
| The Working Man | 1933-04-20 | Fred ‘Freddie’ Pettison |
| Lilly Turner | 1933-05-13 | Rex Durkee |
| Murder in the Clouds | 1934-12-15 | George Wexley |
| The Crime of the Century | 1933-02-18 | Gilbert Reid |
| Dark Hazard | 1934-01-31 | Joe |
| 6 Day Bike Rider | 1934-10-20 | Harry |
| Heritage of the Desert | 1932-09-30 | Snap Naab |
| Going Highbrow | 1935-07-06 | Sam Long |
| Voltaire | 1933-08-05 | The Captain |
| The World Changes | 1933-11-25 | John Nordholm |
| Two-Fisted | 1935-10-03 | George Parker |
| The White Cockatoo | 1935-01-29 | Dr. Roberts |