Richard Abbott was an American actor who is best known for Lights Out (1946), The Fountain (1934), and Man Against Crime (1949). Born on May 22, 1899, in Antwerp, Belgium, he enjoyed a lengthy career in film and television. He passed away on June 18, 1986, in New York City, New York, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Richard Abbott’s birth name was Seamon Vandenberg. He was married three times, first to Sara Haden from 1921 until their divorce in 1952, then to Virginia Biaggi from 1952 until his death in 1986, and finally to Pearl M. Eaton, although that marriage lasted a short time from 1958 to 1961.
Death and Legacy
Richard Abbott left a mark in the entertainment industry with memorable performances throughout his career. He died at the age of 87 in New York City. His work continues to be appreciated by fans of classic cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Kamasutra – Vollendung der Liebe | 1969-06-05 | Peter Blomeier |
| The Fountain | 1934-08-22 | Allard Van Leyden |
| Scarlet Street | 1945-12-25 | Critic at Gallery (uncredited) |
| Monsieur Verdoux | 1947-09-26 | Defense Attorney (uncredited) |
| Intimate Obsession | 1992-01-01 | Tom Taylor |
| Happy Land | 1943-11-10 | Reverend Wood (uncredited) |
| Chatterbox | 1936-01-17 | Mr. Blythe (uncredited) |
| Bunker Bean | 1936-06-26 | Metzger – Kent & Company Clerk (uncredited) |
| The Exile | 1947-10-17 | Dutch Berger (uncredited) |
| Adventure | 1945-12-28 | Clerk (uncredited) |
| The Moon Is Down | 1943-03-14 | Villager (uncredited) |
| Singapore | 1947-08-13 | Maitre d’ (uncredited) |
| Appointment in Berlin | 1943-07-15 | Underground Leader (uncredited) |
| The Hucksters | 1947-07-17 | Elevator Starter (uncredited) |