William Stelling was an American actor, best known for his roles in Devil’s Squadron, Doomed to Die, and Flight Command. He was born on March 7, 1914, in Weehawken, New Jersey, USA, and passed away on August 10, 1998, in Titusville, Florida.
Personal and Family Life
William Stelling was born as William Taylor Stelling. Not much is publicly known about his family life or personal background. He spent a significant portion of his career in the film industry, which often kept his personal life private.
Career
Stelling had a varied acting career, appearing in films from the 1930s to the late 1940s. His work included several uncredited roles in well-known movies, showcasing his talent in a range of characters. He was especially recognized for his performances in films such as Doomed to Die and Flight Command, which helped shape his reputation in Hollywood.
Death and Legacy
William Stelling died on August 10, 1998, in Titusville, Florida. His contributions to film during the early to mid-20th century remain appreciated by classic film enthusiasts. Although not widely famous, his roles have had a lasting impact on his audiences.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| Doomed to Die | 1940-08-12 | Dick Fleming |
| Flight Command | 1940-12-27 | Lieut. Bush |
| The Woman I Love | 1937-04-15 | Pianist |
| Ein Zug nach Manhattan | 1981-03-08 | Kleiner Mann in der U-Bahn |
| Start Cheering | 1938-03-03 | Student |
| Devil’s Squadron | 1936-04-30 | Ritchie Dawson |
| Wuthering Heights | 1939-04-07 | Dancer (uncredited) |
| Gone with the Wind | 1939-03-12 | Returning Veteran (uncredited) |
| Border G-Man | 1938-06-24 | Leslie Holden |
| The Ghost and Mrs. Muir | 1947-05-25 | Bill – Anna’s Fiance (uncredited) |
| To Mary – with Love | 1936-08-01 | Guest at Wedding |
| Foreign Correspondent | 1940-08-16 | Man (uncredited) |
| Phantom Raiders | 1940-06-07 | Man in Cafe Flirting with Dolores |
| And One Was Beautiful | 1940-04-05 | Boy at Party |
| Night Wind | 1948-09-01 | Barlow |
| Maisie Was a Lady | 1941-01-10 | House Guest (Uncredited) |
| Hell in the Heavens | 1934-12-12 | Cpl. Teddy May |
| 13 Lead Soldiers | 1948-04-30 | Phillip Coleman |
| Berlin Express | 1948-05-01 | American Sergeant |
| The Gay Deception | 1935-09-13 | Bellhop (uncredited) |
| The Great Sinner | 1949-06-29 | Assistant Hotel Manager (uncredited) |