Yorke Sherwood was an American actor born on December 14, 1873, in Manchester, Lancashire, England, UK. He gained fame for his roles in films like The Man from Blankley’s (1930), The Lion and the Lamb (1931), and Gentlemen Prefer Blondes (1928). He passed away on September 27, 1958, in Hollywood, California, USA.
Personal and Family Life
Yorke Sherwood’s birth name was Herbert Edmund Sherwood. Little is known about his personal life or family background. He spent a significant part of his career in the United States, where he became a beloved figure in the film industry.
Career
Sherwood’s acting career spanned several decades, where he took on diverse roles in both silent films and talkies. He appeared in notable films, often delivering memorable performances that contributed to his lasting legacy in cinema.
Death and Legacy
Yorke Sherwood passed away on September 27, 1958. His contributions to the film industry, particularly in the late silent and early sound era, left a mark on Hollywood. Though he may not be a household name today, his roles in classic films continue to be cherished by fans of early cinema.
Filmography
| Title | Release Date | Character |
|---|---|---|
| The Cossacks | 1928-06-23 | Uncle Eroshka |
| When a Man’s a Prince | 1926-08-15 | Jake – King of Jestphalia |
| The Hansom Cabman | 1924-10-12 | Inmate |
| Kind Lady | 1935-12-06 | Mr. Pritchett, a Policeman (uncredited) |
| The White Angel | 1936-06-25 | Constable with Mrs. Waters (uncredited) |
| The Perfect Gentleman | 1935-11-22 | Joey the Garbage Driver (uncredited) |
| Feet of Mud | 1924-12-06 | Phillip March – Nina’s Father |
| Kidnapped | 1938-05-27 | Cook |
| The Eagle and the Hawk | 1933-05-06 | Taxi Driver (uncredited) |
| Temple Tower | 1930-04-12 | Constable Muggins |
| Soldier Man | 1926-05-01 | American General |
| The Man in Possession | 1931-07-04 | Butcher |
| He Forgot to Remember | 1926-06-26 | |
| Jane Eyre | 1943-12-24 | Beadle |
| Lloyd’s of London | 1936-11-25 | Sam Johnson |
| One More River | 1934-08-06 | Farmer (Uncredited) |
| Bulldog Drummond Strikes Back | 1934-08-15 | Fat Bobby |
| This Above All | 1942-05-12 | Proprietor |
| Quality Street | 1937-03-26 | Postman |
| Devotion | 1946-04-05 | Man (uncredited) |
| The Man in the Saddle | 1926-07-11 | Banker |
| The Man from Blankley’s | 1930-03-28 | Mr. Bodfish |
| Mummy Love | 1926-01-10 | |
| The Haunted Honeymoon | 1925-03-29 | |
| Wandering Waistlines | 1924-10-05 | Jessie’s Father |
| Giddap! | 1925-03-22 | Cornelius Marblehead |
| The Invisible Man’s Revenge | 1944-06-09 | Jim Yarrow (uncredited) |
| Cavalcade | 1933-02-08 | Cabby (uncredited) |
| The Lodger | 1944-01-19 |