Reginald Sheffield was an American actor from London, England, who is best known for his roles in Suspicion, Of Human Bondage, and The Story of Mankind.
Personal and Family Life
Born on February 18, 1901, in London, Reginald Sheffield was originally named Matthew Reginald Sheffield Cassan. He married Louise Sheffield Cassan, and the couple had three children: Billy, Alice, and Johnny Sheffield. Reginald had a sibling named Flora Sheffield.
Career
Reginald Sheffield began his acting career at the age of twelve and moved to the U.S. in 1914. He performed on Broadway and in silent films before moving to Hollywood in 1929. Throughout his career, he took on numerous supporting roles, often portraying historical figures.
Death and Legacy
Reginald Sheffield passed away on December 8, 1957, in Pacific Palisades, California. His contributions to film and theater, especially as a character actor, left a lasting influence on the industry.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Second Chance | 1953-07-18 | Mr. Woburn, English tourist |
| Suspicion | 1941-11-14 | Reggie Wetherby |
| Kiss the Blood Off My Hands | 1948-10-30 | Superintendent |
| Of Human Bondage | 1934-07-20 | Cyril Dunsford |
| Eyes in the Night | 1942-10-16 | Victor |
| Prison Warden | 1949-10-29 | English Charlie / Watkins the Butler |
| The Adorable Cheat | 1928-08-14 | Will Dorsey |
| Old English | 1930-08-12 | Bob Pillin |
| Female Fugitive | 1938-04-15 | Dr. Richardson |
| The Green Goddess | 1930-02-13 | Lieutenant Cardew |