Ky Robinson was an American actor who is best known for Name the Woman, Beyond the Law, and Homicide Bureau. Born Theodore Draper Robinson on January 11, 1885, in Illinois, USA, he made a name for himself in early Hollywood before passing away on January 18, 1957, in Los Angeles, California.
Personal and Family Life
Ky Robinson married Marguerite Elizabeth Gibson on December 4, 1909. They remained together until his death in 1957. Details about his early life and his family background are limited, but his long marriage indicates a stable personal life.
Death and Legacy
Ky Robinson died on January 18, 1957, in Los Angeles, California. His contributions to the film industry, especially during the 1930s and 1940s, left a mark on early American cinema. Although he held many uncredited roles, his appearances in classic films have helped preserve his legacy in film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Homicide Bureau | 1939-01-05 | Casey |
| Doctor X | 1932-08-03 | Morgue Detective (Uncredited) |
| Only Angels Have Wings | 1939-05-15 | Mechanic |
| You Can’t Take It with You | 1938-09-01 | Court Policeman (uncredited) |
| Mr. Deeds Goes to Town | 1936-04-09 | Deputy (uncredited) |
| The Long Voyage Home | 1940-11-16 | Limehouse Roustabout |
| She Couldn’t Take It | 1935-10-08 | Motorcycle Cop |
| The Amazing Dr. Clitterhouse | 1938-07-20 | Third Detective (uncredited) |
| It Happened One Night | 1934-02-22 | Detective (uncredited) |
| Love Crazy | 1941-05-23 | Cincinnati Private Investigator (uncredited) |
| Twentieth Century | 1934-05-11 | Train Detective (uncredited) |
| The Crime of Helen Stanley | 1934-04-20 | Jennings (uncredited) |