Seymour Hastings

Seymour Hastings was an American actor best known for his roles in Macbeth (1916), Perils of the Secret Service (1917), and The Girl in the Tenement (1914).

Personal and Family Life

Seymour Hastings was born on June 26, 1872, in England. He was married to Olive Du Vall from September 20, 1919, until his death on April 3, 1937. According to the 1920 Census, they lived together, but by 1930, he was listed as married without her. His obituary mentioned that he had been a veteran actor and radio commentator, and even though he had retired for some time, he returned for a special radio event.

Death and Legacy

Seymour Hastings passed away on April 3, 1937, in Los Angeles, California. His death marked the end of a notable career in the film and radio industry. Although he had retired, his final appearance for Radiostation KFL showcased his enduring passion for acting and performance.

Filmography

Title Release Date Character
Idle Wives 1916-09-16 Billy Shane
By the Sun’s Rays 1914-07-21 John Davis – Supt. of Mines
An Innocent Magdalene 1916-06-18 The Preacher
The Devil’s Pay Day 1917-01-29 Mr. Haskins
Even as You and I 1917-04-01 Experience
The Pulse of Life 1917-04-09 Hasting Capels
A Ranch Romance 1914-07-08 John Preson
Macbeth 1916-01-02 Ross
The Secret Garden 1919-01-12 Surgeon Harding