Mac Barnes was an American actor who is best known for The Understudy, The Haunted House, and The Food Gamblers. Born as Michael Malott Barnes on June 2, 1863, in Bedford, Indiana, he became a prominent figure in vaudeville, stage, and cinema.
Personal and Family Life
Mac Barnes was married to Louisa Barnes, and they had one child together. He spent most of his life pursuing a career in acting, which he began in theatre before transitioning to films. His family life remained relatively private.
Death and Legacy
Mac Barnes passed away on January 10, 1923, in Los Angeles, California, at the age of 59. His contributions to the early film industry, particularly in silent films, left a mark in the history of American cinema, and his work continues to be appreciated by film enthusiasts.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| A Freight Train Drama | 1912-12-05 | Henery Sickels – the Engineer |
| The Cowboy Millionaire | 1909-10-20 | |
| The Sign on the Door | 1921-05-01 | ‘Kick’ Callahan |
| Tempted by Necessity | 1912-10-23 | Dan Tracy |
| The Millionaire Cowboy | 1913-02-03 | Colonel Carter – Ranch Foreman |
| The Ex-Convict | 1913-03-20 | 1st Jail Guard |
| Get-Rich-Quick Wallingford | 1921-12-04 | Andrea Dempsey |
| The Three Valises | 1912-07-29 | Police Sergeant Kenney |
| Bread Upon the Waters | 1912-09-30 | Big Bill Quinn |
| The Fire Cop | 1912-12-02 | Jo Smith |
| How the ‘Duke of Leisure’ Reached His Winter Home | 1912-12-27 | 1st Policeman |
| The Understudy | 1913-02-28 | Hank Armstrong |