Ray Thompson was an American actor who is best known for Go West, The Son of Tarzan, and The Fighting Buckaroo.
Personal and Family Life
Ray Thompson was born in 1898. Details about his early life and family are not widely known. He pursued a career in acting that led him to work on several films during the silent film era.
Career
Thompson gained recognition for his roles in notable films such as Go West, The Son of Tarzan, and The Fighting Buckaroo. His performances contributed to the popularity of these films in the 1920s.
Death and Legacy
Ray Thompson tragically drowned on June 29, 1927, in Cooper River, Alaska, while filming The Trail of ’98. His untimely death cut short a promising acting career, leaving a lasting impact on his contemporaries in the film industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Go West | 1925-11-01 | The Foreman |
| The Son of Tarzan | 1920 | N/A |
| The Fighting Buckaroo | 1926 | N/A |
| The Trail of ’98 | 1928 | N/A |