Larry Kent was an American actor renowned for his roles in “Women Won’t Tell,” “Hangman’s House,” and “Obey the Law.” Born on September 15, 1900, in Los Angeles, California, he captivated audiences in the 1920s with his performances in melodramas and serials. However, as sound became common in films, his career shifted to supporting roles.
Personal and Family Life
Born as Henry W. Trumball, Larry Kent grew up in Los Angeles, where he developed a passion for acting. He frequently co-starred with actress Alberta Vaughn, and their performances were well-received during his prime. Despite the challenges that came with the arrival of sound in films, Kent continued to work in the industry until his retirement.
Death and Legacy
Larry Kent passed away on November 7, 1967, in Los Angeles due to pneumonia. His contributions to early cinema, particularly in the genre of melodrama, are remembered by film enthusiasts. Though his career declined with the advent of talking pictures, his work in silent films still holds a place in film history.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Big Noise | 1936-06-22 | Stone, Board of Directors Member (uncredited) |
| What Becomes of the Children? | 1936-12-04 | Roy Daniels |
| Women Won’t Tell | 1932-11-16 | George Robinson |
| Hangman’s House | 1928-05-13 | Dermot McDermot |
| The Sea Tiger | 1927-02-27 | Charles Ramos |
| Treachery Rides the Range | 1936-05-02 | Stage Depot Clerk |
| Man Hunt | 1936-01-29 | Jim Bainter |
| The Singing Kid | 1936-04-10 | Stage Manager (uncredited) |
| Her Wild Oat | 1927-12-25 | Philip Latour |
| Women’s Wares | 1927-10-01 | |
| The Haunted House | 1928-11-04 | Billy |
| The Spirit of Youth | 1929-02-15 | |
| Midstream | 1929-07-29 | Martin Baker |
| The Whirlwind of Youth | 1927-04-30 | Lloyd Evans |
| Mad Hour | 1928-03-04 | Elmer Grubb |
| Seas Beneath | 1931-01-30 | Lt. ‘Mac’ McGregor |
| Around the Corner | 1930-04-25 | Tommy Sinclair |
| Obey the Law | 1926-11-05 | The Friend |
| The Lovelorn | 1927-12-17 | |
| Viva Las Vegas | 1964-02-08 | Race Official (uncredited) |
| The Head Man | 1928-07-08 | Billy Hurd |
| The Devil’s Apple Tree | 1929-02-20 | |
| McFadden’s Flats | 1927-02-06 | Sandy McTavish |
| The Masked Menace | 1927-10-12 | Keats Dodd |