Noah Beery was an American actor who is best known for his roles in “The Mark of Zorro,” “She Done Him Wrong,” and “Zorro Rides Again.” He was a notable character actor during the silent and early sound film periods, often portraying villains.
Personal and Family Life
Noah Nicholas Beery was born on January 17, 1882, in Kansas City, Missouri. He was the son of a policeman, Noah Webster Beery, and Frances Margaret Fitzgerald Beery. Noah was married twice, first to Beatrice Maudie Heath, from which he divorced, and then to Marguerite Walker Lindsey, with whom he had two children, including actor Noah Beery Jr. He had a brother, Wallace Beery, who also became a well-known actor.
Career Highlights
Noah Beery began his acting career in the theater at the young age of 16. He had a successful transition to film and became known for his performances as villains in various genres, especially Westerns. Although he did not reach the same level of fame as his younger brother, he made a significant impact in the industry and is remembered for his memorable roles.
Death and Legacy
Noah Beery passed away on April 1, 1946, from a heart attack in Beverly Hills, California. He died during a family vacation, and at the time, he was scheduled to appear on a radio show with his brother, Wallace Beery. His death occurred on Wallace’s 61st birthday, leaving behind a legacy as a respected character actor in early American cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Trail Beyond | 1934-10-22 | George Newsome |
| The Mark of Zorro | 1920-12-05 | Sgt. Pedro Gonzales |
| She Done Him Wrong | 1933-02-09 | Gus Jordan |
| Zorro Rides Again | 1937-11-20 | J.A. Marsden |
| The Girl of the Golden West | 1938-03-18 | The General |
| Fighting With Kit Carson | 1933-07-01 | Cyrus Kraft (as Noah Berry Sr.) |
| Renegades | 1930-10-26 | Thurman Machwurth |
| Beau Geste | 1926-08-24 | Sgt. Lejaune |
| Adventures of Red Ryder | 1940-06-28 | Ace Hanlon |
| Two Lovers | 1928-03-23 | The Duke of Azar |