Joseph Forte

Joseph Forte

Deceased · Born: Jun 14, 1891 · Died: Mar 11, 1967

1952

Personal Details

BornJun 14, 1891 London, England, UK

Biography

Joseph Forte, a celebrated actor of great renown, made his grand entrance into this world on June 14, 1891, within the storied and culturally rich city of London, England, United Kingdom, a place where the annals of history and the arts converge in a fascinating dance. Throughout the expanse of his remarkable and storied career, Forte left an indelible and lasting imprint on the entertainment industry, mesmerizing audiences with his extraordinary and captivating performances in a wide range of notable films, including the 1936 release of Reefer Madness, the 1946 premiere of The Crimson Ghost, and the 1938 production of Pals of the Saddle, each of which has become an integral part of cinematic history and a testament to his enduring talent.

Noteworthy in Forte's life was his unwavering dedication to his loving spouse, Alfreda (Alline) Parker, with whom he shared a profound and enduring connection that transcended the boundaries of mere partnership, instead blossoming into a deeply affectionate and lasting bond that served as the cornerstone of his personal existence.

Tragically, Forte's life was cut short on March 11, 1967, in the city of Hollywood, California, United States of America, a locale renowned for its rich cinematic heritage and the manifestation of the art of filmmaking, a place where the boundaries of reality and fantasy converge, and where the dreams of countless individuals have been brought to life on the silver screen.

Career

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1966
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1964
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Roustabout
Roustabout as Concessionaire (uncredited)
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1963
Who's Minding the Store?
Who's Minding the Store? as Butler (uncredited)
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1961
Homicidal
Homicidal as Second Hotel Clerk (Uncredited)
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1959
The Jayhawkers!
The Jayhawkers! as Minister (as Joe Forte)
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1958
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The Last Hurrah
The Last Hurrah as Managing Editor (uncredited)
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1957
Mister Cory
Mister Cory as William - Vollard's Butler (uncredited)
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Sweet Smell of Success
Sweet Smell of Success as Toots Shor's Waiter (uncredited)
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The Buster Keaton Story
The Buster Keaton Story as Theatre Manager
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1956
Fury at Gunsight Pass
Fury at Gunsight Pass as Andrew Ferguson (as Joe Forte)
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1955
Cell 2455, Death Row
Cell 2455, Death Row as Lawyer (as Joe Forte)
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1954
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1952
Assignment: Paris
Assignment: Paris as Barker (uncredited)
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1951
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Roadblock
Roadblock as Brissard (uncredited)
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1950
The Secret Fury
The Secret Fury as Lester Martin (uncredited)
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1949
The Judge
The Judge as District Attorney (as Joe Forte)
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1948
Call Northside 777
Call Northside 777 as Parole Board Member (uncredited)
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1947
Kilroy Was Here
Kilroy Was Here as College Registar (as Joe Forte)
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1946
The Crimson Ghost
The Crimson Ghost as Prof. Parker (as Joe Forte)
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Magnificent Doll
Magnificent Doll as Senator Ainsworth (uncredited)
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1945
Utah
Utah as Ralph Colby
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1941
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1940
The Green Hornet Strikes Again!
The Green Hornet Strikes Again! as Miss Grayson's Butler
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Dark Command
Dark Command as Townsman
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1939
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Let Us Live
Let Us Live as Prison Doctor (uncredited)
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1938
Pals of the Saddle
Pals of the Saddle as Judge Hastings (as Josef Forte)
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Reefer Madness
Reefer Madness as Dr. Carroll