Tom Burrough was an American actor who is best known for She (1917), The Ragged Princess (1916), and A Romance of the Air (1918).
Personal and Family Life
Tom Burrough was born in 1869 in Clinton County, Illinois. While details about his family life are limited, his career in acting reveals a dedication to his craft during the early 20th century.
Career
Burrough gained recognition for his roles in silent films, appearing in various productions throughout the 1910s. His performances in notable films helped shape his reputation in the film industry of that era.
Death and Legacy
Tom Burrough passed away on September 8, 1929, in Staten Island, New York. Although not a household name today, his contributions to early cinema are appreciated by film historians and fans of classic films.
Filmography
| Title | Role | Year |
|---|---|---|
| Heedless Moths | The Sage (as Tom Burroughs) | 1921 |
| The Fighting Kentuckians | Ezra Reeves (as Tom Burroughs) | 1920 |
| The Key to Power | President Parrish | 1920 |
| A Romance of the Air | Col. DuBois | 1918 |
| The Sunshine Maid | Unknown 274 | 1917 |
| Miss U.S.A. | Maj. Warfield | 1917 |
| God’s Man | The Philosopher (as Tom Burroughs) | 1917 |
| She | Horace Holly | 1917 |
| The Ragged Princess | Dr. Halpern | 1916 |
| The Unwelcome Mother | Old Peter | 1916 |
| Caprice of the Mountains | Tom Edmunds | 1916 |
| Sins of Men | Wilhelm Schumann | 1916 |