Nat C. Goodwin was an American actor who is best known for The Marriage Bond, Business Is Business, and Oliver Twist. He had a prominent career in theatre and film in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.
Personal and Family Life
Nat C. Goodwin was born Nathaniel Carl Goodwin on July 25, 1857, in Boston, Massachusetts. He was married five times, with his notable spouses including Maxine Elliott and Edna Goodrich. Goodwin humorously described his marriages, stating that his first wife was an angel and his second a silly woman.
Death and Legacy
Goodwin passed away on January 31, 1919, in New York City due to cerebral thrombosis. His contributions to the acting world are remembered, particularly his work in early cinema and theatre. He is considered a significant figure in the evolution of American performing arts.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1916 | A Wall Street Tragedy | Norton |
| 1916 | The Marriage Bond | John Harwood |
| 1915 | Business Is Business | Isidore Lechat |
| 1915 | The Master Hand | John Bigelow |
| 1912 | Oliver Twist | Fagin |