J. Herbert Frank was an American actor who is best known for his roles in Scandal (1917), Destruction (1915), and Up and at ‘Em (1922). Born on May 12, 1885, in New York City, New York, he made a significant mark in the early film industry. He passed away on March 7, 1926, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
J. Herbert Frank’s personal life was troubled and marked by legal issues, including arrests for bootlegging and drug dealing. He was involved in a police investigation concerning narcotics related to the late actor, Wallace Reid. Frank’s struggles ultimately took a toll on his life, leading to tragic circumstances.
Career
Frank had a diverse acting career, appearing in various silent films from 1914 to 1922. His roles in productions such as The Secret of the Storm Country and Jazzmania showcased his talent. Despite his potential, his life and career were overshadowed by personal challenges and legal troubles.
Death and Legacy
J. Herbert Frank died by suicide on March 7, 1926, shortly before he was set to appear in court on a disturbance charge. His death highlighted the challenges that many actors of his time faced, and his legacy is one of both talent and tragedy.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Hearts and Diamonds | 1914-09-25 | |
| The Secret of the Storm Country | 1917-11-01 | Ebenezer Walderstricker |
| April Folly | 1920-03-20 | Ronald Kenna |
| Jazzmania | 1923-02-12 | Colonel Kerr |
| Scandal | 1917-11-17 | Sutherland Yorke |
| Destruction | 1915-12-26 | Dave Walker |
| The Crucial Test | 1916-07-03 | Grand Duke Alexander Bagroff |
| Dodging a Million | 1918-01-27 | Signor Rodrigues |
| The Brand of Satan | 1917-07-09 | Jacques Despard |
| The End of the Tour | 1917-01-29 | Percy Pennington |
| The Littlest Rebel | 1914-09-01 | Jim Dudley |
| The Breath of Araby | 1915-05-08 | M De Launay |
| The Sheriff’s Oath | 1920-02-28 | |
| Who Killed Joe Merrion? | 1916-01-03 | William Rufford |
| Mortmain | 1915-09-06 | Dr. Pennison Crisp |
| Four Grains of Rice | 1915-06-12 | |
| A Wireless Rescue | 1915-03-23 | |
| Twice Rescued | 1915-02-20 | Dr. Wells |
| The Greater Love | 1914-12-14 | |
| The Apple | 1914-07-23 | Louis Kaplan |
| The Wheat and the Tares | 1914-08-15 | Black Bart |
| Saved from a Life of Crime | 1914-12-01 | |
| In the Days of Buffalo Bill | 1922-09-11 | Gen. Hancock |