William J. Burns was an American actor and writer who is best known for The Squaw Man (1914), The Argyle Case (1917), and The Argyle Case (1929). He was born on October 19, 1861, in Baltimore, Maryland. He passed away on April 14, 1932, in Sarasota, Florida.
Personal and Family Life
William J. Burns was married to Annie M. Ressler on June 5, 1890. Details about his family life are limited, but he enjoyed a career that spanned several decades, making a significant impact in the early film industry. His marriage lasted until his death in 1932.
Career
Burns began his career in the entertainment industry, taking on various roles as both an actor and a writer. He became known for his portrayal of detective characters in short films during the 1930s. His work contributed to the development of crime and mystery narratives in early cinema.
Death and Legacy
William J. Burns died from a heart attack on April 14, 1932. His contributions to film, particularly in the detective genre, left a lasting legacy. Today, he is remembered for his roles that helped shape early American filmmaking.
Filmography
| Role | Title | Year |
|---|---|---|
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Anthony Case | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | Foiled | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | Double Cross | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Mead Trial | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Starbrite Diamond | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Trap | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | Framed | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Thayer Trial | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Death House | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Strangler | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Ring Leader | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Triangle Murder | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | The Philadelphia-Lancaster Counterfeiters | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | A Bank Swindle | 1931 |
| William J. Burns – Detective | An Anonymous Letter | 1931 |