William Kent

Acting

William Kent

Born
Died
(aged 59)
Birthplace
Saint Paul, Minnesota, USA
Credits
6 titles

Biography

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William Thomas Kent (April 29, 1886 - October 5, 1945) was an American stage actor who later appeared in sound films. He was born in St. Paul, Minnesota and died in New York City.

Kent's career traversed many forms of entertainment (i.e. Broadway, vaudeville, burlesque, minstrel (at age 14), circus, and silent and sound films). In 1922, he appeared with Marion Davies in the silent When Knighthood Was in Flower. He turned up in The Scarlet Letter (1934).

Signature work

Known For

Acting credits 6

YearTitleRole
1999 Singapore Sling Film Jack Tanner
1934 The Scarlet Letter Film Sampson Goodfellow
1933 Saturday's Millions Film Sam
1930 Dining Out Film
1930 King of Jazz Film General ('All Noisy on the Eastern Front') / Goldfish Owner ('Oh! Forevermore!') / Unmarried Couple's Offspring / Vocal ('Do Things For You')
1922 When Knighthood Was in Flower Film King's Tailor
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