Thomas Holding was an American actor best known for his roles in “The Three Musketeers,” “The Eternal City,” and “Ruggles of Red Gap.” He was born on July 27, 1878, in Greenwich, London, England, and had a notable career in both theater and film.
Personal and Family Life
Thomas Holding married Muriel Godfrey Turner on April 27, 1908. They remained together until his death in 1929. Details about his family and personal life are somewhat limited, but it is known that he had a passion for acting from a young age.
Career
Holding began his acting career on the stage in London, performing alongside respected Shakespearean actors. He gained fame after traveling to New York, where he became the leading man for several prominent actresses. His transition to film began in 1915 with “The Eternal City,” and he continued to work in both theater and movies throughout his career.
Death and Legacy
Thomas Holding passed away on May 4, 1929, from a heart attack in his dressing room at Longacre Theatre, New York, where he was performing in “Mystery Square.” His contributions to the stage and screen have left a lasting impact, and he is remembered for his significant roles in early cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Three Musketeers | 1921-08-28 | Duke of Buckingham |
| The Great White Trail | 1917-06-13 | Rev. Arthur Dean |
| The White Pearl | 1915-10-10 | Bob Alden |
| Her Kingdom of Dreams | 1919-09-21 | Jim Warren |
| The Dream Lady | 1918-07-29 | John Squire |
| Without Benefit of Clergy | 1921-06-19 | Holden |
| Silks and Satins | 1916-06-12 | Felix Breton |
| The Moment Before | 1916-04-27 | Harold, the Duke of Maldon |
| The Trouper | 1922-07-23 | Frank Kramer |
| Vanity Pool | 1918-12-07 | Gerald Harper |
| Bella Donna | 1915-11-15 | Nigel Armine |
| In Folly’s Trail | 1920-09-06 | Charles Howard |
| Her Fighting Chance | 1917-05-18 | Jan Thoreau |
| Magda | 1917-10-01 | Pastor |
| The Necessary Evil | 1925-05-17 | David Devanant |
| The White Monkey | 1925-06-07 | Michael Mont |
| The Pace That Thrills | 1925-10-18 | John Van Loren |
| The Lone Wolf’s Daughter | 1919-12-21 | Roger Karslake |
| The Untamed Lady | 1926-03-14 | |
| The Courtship of Miles Standish | 1923-12-30 | Edward Winslow |
| Redeeming Love | 1916-12-28 | John Bancroft |
| Ruggles of Red Gap | 1923-10-07 | Earl of Brinstead |
| The Eternal City | 1915-04-12 | David Rossi – aka David Leone |
| Sacred and Profane Love | 1921-05-22 | Frank Ispenlove |
| Daughter of Destiny | 1917-12-23 | The Crown Prince |
| The Strangers’ Banquet | 1922-12-31 | John Trevelyan |
| Sold | 1915-08-05 | Donald Bryant |
| The Masked Menace | 1927-10-12 | Carl Phillips |