Sidney P. Dones was an American actor who is best known for Reformation, The Ten Thousand Dollar Trail, and Injustice.
Personal and Family Life
Sidney P. Dones was born on February 18, 1888, in Marshall, Texas. Throughout his life, he was married to multiple women, including Althea M. Carrere, Lavinia H. Relerford, Willette A. Downs, Bessie Williams, and Mary McNally. He had children from some of these marriages, although details about his family life remain limited.
Career
Aside from acting, Dones was a successful real estate broker in Los Angeles. He was involved in various business ventures throughout the 1910s and 1920s, including being a money lender and an insurance agent. Dones played a significant role in developing the Central Avenue business corridor, which became an important site for African American entrepreneurship in Los Angeles.
Death and Legacy
Sidney P. Dones passed away on August 2, 1947, in Los Angeles, California. He left a legacy not only as an actor and filmmaker but also as a key figure in the African American business community, establishing opportunities for future generations.
Filmography
| Title | Year | Role |
|---|---|---|
| The Ten Thousand Dollar Trail | 1921 | Actor, Director |
| Reformation | 1920 | Actor |
| Injustice | 1919 | George Preston (as Sidney Preston Dones) |