Joseph J. Dowling was an American actor best known for his roles in The Miracle Man, The Yankee Way, and The Christian. He had a long career in both stage and screen performances.
Personal and Family Life
Born on September 4, 1850, in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, Joseph J. Dowling was a talented character actor with a background in vaudeville. He was married twice: first to Sarah J. Hassen, with whom he had one child, and later to Myra Davis, who was with him until his passing. His family background and early life details remain largely undocumented.
Death and Legacy
Joseph J. Dowling passed away on July 8, 1928, in Hollywood, California. He is perhaps best remembered for his performance as the patriarch in the 1919 film The Miracle Man. Dowling left a mark in the early film industry, contributing to numerous productions throughout his career.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Miracle Man | 1919-08-26 | The patriarch |
| Lorraine of the Lions | 1925-10-11 | Livingston Sr |
| The Christian | 1923-01-14 | Father Lampleigh |
| The Bargain | 1914-12-03 | Rev. Joshua Wilkes |
| Riders of the Dawn | 1920-05-01 | Tom Anderson |
| Why Girls Go Back Home | 1926-03-01 | Joe Downey |
| Her Night of Romance | 1924-11-24 | Professor Gregg |
| The Gun Fighter | 1917-02-11 | ‘Ace High’ Larkins |
| Confessions of a Queen | 1925-03-30 | Duke of Rosen |
| The Half Breed | 1922-05-31 | Judge Huntington |