American actors died in 1918 flu pandemic
Here are 2 famous actors from United States of America died in 1918 flu pandemic:
Harold Lockwood
Harold Lockwood (April 12, 1887 Newark-October 19, 1918 New York City) otherwise known as H.A. Lockwood or Harold A. Lockwood was an American actor and salesperson. He had one child, Harold Lockwood.
Lockwood began his career as a salesperson at the age of 16 before transitioning to acting in 1911. He quickly rose to fame in the silent film era, becoming one of the most popular leading men of the time. He starred in over 140 films in just 7 years, often playing romantic leads opposite popular actresses such as Mary Pickford and Norma Talmadge. Some of his notable films include "The Call of the North" (1914), "The Virginian" (1914), and "The Spitfire" (1917).
Tragically, Lockwood died of the Spanish flu pandemic in 1918 at the age of 31, just as he was about to leave the film industry to return to his previous career as a salesperson. Despite his short career, Lockwood left a lasting impact on the film industry and was known for his good looks, athleticism, and charming on-screen presence.
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William Courtleigh, Jr.
William Courtleigh, Jr. (March 8, 1892 Buffalo-March 13, 1918 Philadelphia) a.k.a. William Thomas Courtleigh, Jr. or William Courtleigh was an American actor.
William Courtleigh, Jr. was born to a theatrical family in Buffalo, New York in 1892. His parents were both vaudevillians and he began his own acting career on stage at a young age. He eventually transitioned to film and appeared in over 40 silent films during his career. Courtleigh was known for his handsome looks and leading man roles. During World War I, he served in the United States Army and continued his acting career while on leave. Unfortunately, Courtleigh's promising career was cut short when he died in 1918 at the age of 26 from pneumonia, which he contracted while on a national tour. Despite his brief career, Courtleigh is remembered as a talented actor and a promising young talent.
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