Mahlon Hamilton

Mahlon Hamilton

Deceased · Born: Jun 15, 1880 · Died: Jun 20, 1960

Personal Details

BornJun 15, 1880 Baltimore, Maryland, USA
Spouse
  • Alita Bratton Farnum

    ( Dec 31, 1969 to Dec 31, 1969 )
  • Sara L. Leary

    ( Mar 2, 1902 to May 10, 2025 )

Biography

Mahlon Hamilton, a highly acclaimed and accomplished actor of his era, entered the world on June 15, 1880, in the vibrant and bustling city of Baltimore, Maryland, United States of America. Throughout his illustrious career, he would leave an indelible mark on the cinematic landscape, starring in a wide range of films that continue to captivate and mesmerize audiences to this very day.

Some of his most notable and enduring performances include his memorable roles in "Half a Chance" (1920),a cinematic masterpiece that has stood the test of time, as well as his captivating portrayals in "Daddy-Long-Legs" (1919) and "The Single Standard" (1929),two films that have become classics of the silent era.

Mahlon, a dedicated and committed husband, had the privilege of sharing his life with two remarkable women, Alita Bratton Farnum and Sara L. Leary, whom he had the pleasure of marrying twice. Throughout his busy and demanding career, he consistently prioritized his personal relationships, making time for the people who mattered most to him, and cherished the strong bonds he formed with his loved ones, including his wives.

Mahlon's remarkable life journey ultimately came to a poignant conclusion on June 20, 1960, in the charming neighborhood of Woodland Hills, nestled within the vibrant city of Los Angeles, California, in the United States of America. Despite his physical departure from this world, Mahlon's indelible mark on the lives of those who knew and admired him continues to reverberate, a poignant reminder of the profound influence his captivating performances had on the hearts and minds of those fortunate enough to have experienced them firsthand.

Career

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1947
The Hucksters
The Hucksters as Businessman (uncredited)
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High Barbaree
High Barbaree as Ned Flynn (uncredited)
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1945
Thrill of a Romance
Thrill of a Romance as Poolside Guest (uncredited)
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1943
Slightly Dangerous
Slightly Dangerous as Customer (uncredited)
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1942
Fingers at the Window
Fingers at the Window as Reporter (uncredited)
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1941
Love Crazy
Love Crazy as Party Guest (uncredited)
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1940
The Ghost Comes Home
The Ghost Comes Home as Townsman at Banquet (uncredited)
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1938
The First Hundred Years
The First Hundred Years as Man in reception office (uncredited)
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1937
Madame X
Madame X as Spectator
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Dangerous Number
Dangerous Number as George - Assistant Hotel Desk Clerk
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1936
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The Devil-Doll
The Devil-Doll as Detective (uncredited)
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1935
Mississippi
Mississippi as Gambler (uncredited)
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1934
High School Girl
High School Girl as Will Andrews
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1933
I'm No Angel
I'm No Angel as Sideshow Spectator (uncredited)
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1932
Strangers of the Evening
Strangers of the Evening as Deputy D.A. Frisbee
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Back Street
Back Street as Minor Role (uncredited)
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1929
The Single Standard
The Single Standard as Glendenning
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1923
Little Old New York
Little Old New York as Washington Irving
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1922