Leslie Faber was an American actor best known for his performances in ‘Afraid of Love’, ‘White Cargo’, and notable stage plays like ‘The Hypocrites’. He was born on August 30, 1879, in Newcastle-upon-Tyne, England, UK.
Personal and Family Life
Leslie Faber was married to actress Winifred Arthur-Jones, with whom he had two children: Jean Virtue and Svend Emerson Vlademar. After their divorce, he later married fellow actress Gladys Gray. Their marriage lasted until his death in 1929.
Career
Faber had a successful career as a stage actor, with memorable performances in works such as ‘The Hypocrites’ in 1906, ‘Lady Patricia’ in 1912, and ‘Diplomacy’ in 1914. He also appeared in a few British silent films, making his debut in ‘The White Hen’ alongside Mary Glynne, and is particularly remembered for his roles in ‘Afraid of Love’ and ‘White Cargo’.
Death and Legacy
Leslie Faber passed away from pneumonia on August 5, 1929, in London, England, at the age of 50. He left behind a legacy as a talented actor whose work made an impact both on stage and in early film.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1929 | White Cargo | Weston |
| 1928 | The Three Passions | Father Aloysius |
| 1928 | The Ringer | Dr. Lamond |
| 1925 | Afraid of Love | Anthony Bond |
| 1921 | Candytuft, I Mean Veronica | Tony Westlake |
| 1921 | The White Hen | Duc de Crequy |