English movie stars died in 1957
Here are 7 famous actors from England died in 1957:
James Whale
James Whale (July 22, 1889 Dudley-May 29, 1957 Hollywood) a.k.a. Henry Wales was an English film director, theatre director and actor.
He is best known for his work in the horror genre, having directed classic films such as Frankenstein (1931), Bride of Frankenstein (1935), and The Invisible Man (1933). Before his success in Hollywood, Whale was a stage actor and director in London and New York. He served in the British Army during World War I and was injured in battle, leading to a lifelong limp. In addition to horror, Whale also directed films in other genres, including drama and comedy. He retired from the film industry in 1941, but continued to work in theatre until his death in 1957.
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Wheeler Dryden
Wheeler Dryden (August 31, 1892 Brixton-September 30, 1957 Los Angeles) also known as George Wheeler Dryden was an English film director and actor. He had one child, Spencer Dryden.
Wheeler Dryden was born to famous actor and theater manager Sir Charles Dryden and his wife, Violet Frances Mary née Bryett. He followed in his father's footsteps and began his career in theater. In 1914, he made his stage debut in a musical comedy titled "The Balkan Princess." Wheeler also served in World War I as part of the Royal Flying Corps.
After the war, Wheeler started working in the film industry. He joined the London Film Company and worked as an assistant director before moving to Hollywood in the 1920s. In Hollywood, he began working as a director and also acted in a number of films. He appeared in several Laurel and Hardy films, including "Sons of the Desert" and "Way Out West."
One of Wheeler's notable works as a director is the 1932 film "Chickens Come Home," starring Laurel and Hardy. He also directed and acted in the 1940 film "The Green Hornet Strikes Again!"
Wheeler Dryden passed away in 1957 due to a heart attack. He is buried at Forest Lawn Memorial Park in Glendale, California.
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Reginald Sheffield
Reginald Sheffield (February 18, 1901 Hanover Square, London-December 8, 1957 Pacific Palisades) also known as Matthew Reginald Sheffield Cassan, Eric Desmond, Reggie Sheffield or Reggy Sheffield was an English actor. He had three children, Johnny Sheffield, Billy Sheffield and Mary Alice Sheffield Cassan.
Reginald Sheffield started his acting career on stage in London and later transitioned to film, appearing in over 70 films throughout his career. He often played supporting roles, frequently portraying aristocratic or authoritative figures. Some of his notable film credits include "David Copperfield" (1935), "The Adventures of Robin Hood" (1938), and "Rebecca" (1940).
Sheffield was also active in radio, performing in various programs, including the popular radio drama "The Shadow." He continued to work in film and television until his death in 1957. His son, Johnny Sheffield, also became a successful actor best known for his role as "Boy" in the Tarzan film series.
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Boyd Irwin
Boyd Irwin (March 12, 1880 Brighton-January 22, 1957 Woodland Hills) also known as Boyd Irwin Sr. was an English actor.
He began his acting career on the stage and later moved to the United States. Irwin appeared in over 140 films and was known for his versatility as an actor, playing both dramatic and comedic roles. Some of his notable film appearances include "The Hunchback of Notre Dame" (1923), "The King of Kings" (1927), and "The Bride of Frankenstein" (1935). He was also a prolific stage actor, appearing in productions on Broadway and in the West End. Despite his success in the entertainment industry, Irwin remained modest and devoted much of his time to philanthropy. He was a founder of the Motion Picture Relief Fund, which provided assistance to industry members in need. In 1957, at the age of 76, Boyd Irwin passed away due to a heart attack.
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Manning Haynes
Manning Haynes (November 27, 1889 Lyminster-March 3, 1957 Lyminster) also known as H. Manning Haynes or Horace Manning Haynes was an English film director, actor and screenwriter.
He began his career in the film industry in the 1910s, acting in several silent films such as "The Romance of Lady Hamilton" and "The Man Who Would Not Die". He also directed and wrote screenplays for several films throughout his career, including "The Hound of the Baskervilles" in 1921, which is considered to be one of his most successful works. Haynes was known for his versatility in the film industry, having worked in various genres such as drama, comedy and thriller. In addition to his work in movies, he also wrote a number of stage plays and served as the chairman of the British Kinematograph, Sound and Television Society in the 1940s.
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John Brown
John Brown (April 4, 1904 Yorkshire-May 16, 1957 West Hollywood) was an English actor.
He began his acting career in the 1920s, appearing in theater productions before moving on to film. Brown is best known for his roles in Alfred Hitchcock's "Rebecca" and "The Paradine Case," as well as the comedy "The Importance of Being Earnest." He also appeared in several television shows, including "The Twilight Zone" and "Alfred Hitchcock Presents." Brown was openly gay, and his relationship with fellow actor Peter Glenville was the subject of much speculation in Hollywood circles. He died of a heart attack at the age of 53.
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Charles Brabin
Charles Brabin (April 17, 1882 Liverpool-November 3, 1957 Santa Monica) also known as Charles J. Brabin or Charles R. Brabin was an English screenwriter, film director and actor.
He began his career in the film industry in 1913 as an actor before transitioning to directing in 1917. Brabin was known for his work on silent films, directing stars such as Lon Chaney in "The Penalty" (1920), and Buster Keaton in "The Love Nest" (1923). He continued his success in the talkie era, directing Greta Garbo in "Letty Lynton" (1932) and "The Painted Veil" (1934). Brabin was married to silent film star Theda Bara from 1921 until her death in 1955. He retired from directing in 1937, but continued to work in the industry until his death in 1957.
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