William Desmond
Born: 1878-01-23
Birthplace: Horseheads, New York, USA
Biography
Starting out in dramatic parts, Desmond soon switched to westerns and action serials, and became a major western star. When the sound era began Desmond was almost 50 years old, and was soon relegated to supporting roles.
Known For
Phantom of the Opera
The Sign of the Cross
Tall in the Saddle
The Vanishing Rider
Naughty Marietta
Flash Gordon
The Egg and I
The Mummy's Ghost
The Extra Girl
Time Locks and Diamonds
Top Movie Credits
Phantom of the Opera
Stagehand (uncredited)
Tall in the Saddle
Townsman (uncredited)
The Vanishing Rider
Jim Davis / The Vanishing Rider
Naughty Marietta
Gendarme Chief (uncredited)
Flash Gordon
Hawkman Lookout Captain
The Egg and I
Spectator at Country Dance (Uncredited)
The Mummy's Ghost
Museum Tourist (uncredited)
The Extra Girl
Himself - Actor
Time Locks and Diamonds
Silver Jim Farrel