William Courtleigh was an American actor best known for his roles in Madame X (1920), Eyes of Youth (1919), and The Birth of Character (1916).
Personal and Family Life
William Courtleigh was born on June 28, 1867, in Guelph, Ontario, Canada. He married actress Edna Conroy, and together they had four children, including William Courtleigh Jr. and Robert Courtleigh. Edna was with him until his death on December 27, 1930, in Rye, New York.
Death and Legacy
William Courtleigh passed away on December 27, 1930, from acute indigestion in Rye, New York. His work in the early film industry has contributed to the foundation of American cinema, and he is remembered through his performances in several notable films.
Filmography
| Year | Title | Role |
|---|---|---|
| 1922 | Ashes | Mr. DeCourcey |
| 1922 | Midnight | William Morris |
| 1922 | Any Night | Dr. LeRoy Clifford |
| 1922 | Handle with Care | MacCullough |
| 1920 | Madame X | Louis Floriot |
| 1920 | Moon Madness | Raoul |
| 1920 | Pollyanna | John Pendleton |
| 1919 | Eyes of Youth | Paolo Salvo |
| 1916 | The Birth of Character | Harry Thorn |
| 1914 | The Nightingale | Tony Franti |