Howard Truesdale was an American actor who is best known for Burning Daylight, Go West, and The Whisper Market. He was born on January 3, 1861, in Conneautville, Pennsylvania, and died on December 8, 1941, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Howard Truesdale had a daughter named Mary Louise, born around 1921. Details about his early life and family background are limited, but his family likely supported his acting career throughout his life.
Career
Truesdale had a diverse acting career and took on a variety of roles in films and theatre. He appeared in more than 25 films between the 1910s and the late 1930s, showcasing his talent across different genres.
Death and Legacy
Howard Truesdale passed away from a heart attack on December 8, 1941. He left behind a legacy in the early film industry, remembered for his performances in classic silent and early sound films.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Go West | 1925-11-01 | Owner of the Diamond Bar Ranch |
| Ashes of Vengeance | 1923-08-06 | Vicomte de Briege |
| The Lawless Legion | 1929-02-17 | Sheriff Keiver |
| Bolshevism on Trial | 1919-04-19 | |
| Valiant Is the Word for Carrie | 1936-10-06 | Doctor |
| The Panic Is On | 1931-08-14 | James Morgan (uncredited) |
| The Dude Cowboy | 1926-10-30 | Amos Wrigmint |
| The Good for Nothing | 1912-11-18 | Rosabel’s Father – the Postmaster |
| The Stolen Ranch | 1926-12-26 | Tom Marston |
| The Wonderful Thing | 1921-11-07 | James Sheridan Boggs |
| Why Men Leave Home | 1924-03-03 | Dr. Bailey (as Howard Truesdell) |
| Suspense | 1919-01-01 | |
| Christopher Columbus | 1923-10-07 | The Bishop of Ceuta |
| Youthful Folly | 1920-03-08 | Jonathan Ainsley |
| Burning Daylight | 1928-03-10 | Letton |
| The Tigress | 1927-10-21 | Tser (as Howard Truesdell) |
| The Pretenders | 1916-08-21 | John Stafford (as Howard Truesdell) |
| The Denver Dude | 1927-02-13 | Col. La Mar |
| The Long, Long Trail | 1929-10-26 | Uncle Josh |
| Ride for Your Life | 1924-02-25 | Dan Burke (as Howard Truesdell) |
| The Combat | 1926-03-28 | Sheriff |
| What Women Want | 1920-09-01 | Ezekiel Bates |
| Singed | 1927-08-23 | Indian Agent |
| The Upheaval | 1916-08-28 | Myles McColl |
| A Corner in Cotton | 1916-02-21 | Charles Hathaway |
| A Trick of Hearts | 1928-03-18 | Dad Tully |
| Out of Luck | 1923-07-23 | Ezra Day |
| The Ridin’ Kid from Powder River | 1924-11-30 | ‘Pop’ Watkins |
| French Heels | 1922-01-29 | Jarvis Tabor |