Maurice Costello, a renowned thespian and creative visionary, entered this world on February 22, 1877, in the vibrant city of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA. His remarkable career in the entertainment industry spanned numerous years, during which he made a lasting impact as both an actor and director. Some of his most notable works include the captivating films "The Man Who Couldn't Beat God" (1915),"The Golden Pathway" (1913),and "Iron and Steel" (1914). Throughout his life, he shared his love and devotion with not one, but two remarkable women - Ruth Reeves and Mae Costello - his wives. Tragically, Maurice Costello's life came to a close on October 28, 1950, in the glamorous city of Hollywood, California, USA.
Personal Details
BornFeb 22, 1877 Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA
Spouse
Ruth Reeves
( Aug 8, 1939 to Dec 31, 1969 )Mae Costello
( Jun 8, 1902 to Dec 31, 1969 )
Relatives
- Drew Barrymore (Great Grandchild)
- John Blyth Barrymore (Great Grandchild)
Biography
Career
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1944

Practically Yours as Senate Stenographer (uncredited)
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A Fig Leaf for Eve as Nightclub Patron
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The Climax as Audience Member (Uncredited)
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1943

Du Barry Was a Lady as Passerby
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1942

Ride 'Em Cowboy as Rodeo Spectator with Martin Manning (uncredited)
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The Glass Key as Card Player (uncredited)
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1941

Lady from Louisiana as Edwards
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A Man Betrayed as Club Inferno Patron (uncredited)
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Here Comes Mr. Jordan as Ringsider at Fight (uncredited)
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Citizen Kane as Extra (uncredited)
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1940

Alice in Movieland as Well-Wisher at Train Station (uncredited)
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The Ghost Comes Home as Townsman at Banquet (uncredited)
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Third Finger, Left Hand as Man at Railroad Station
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Johnny Apollo as Extra (uncredited)
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Edison, the Man as Broker
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Tin Pan Alley as (uncredited)
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All This, and Heaven Too as Extra (uncredited)
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The Sea Hawk as Man Carrying Spear
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Foreign Correspondent as Man (uncredited)
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1939

Andy Hardy Gets Spring Fever as Man in Audience (uncredited)
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It's a Wonderful World as Guest (uncredited)
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The Roaring Twenties as Nightclub Patron (uncredited)
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Mr. Smith Goes to Washington as Diggs (uncredited)
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1938

Comet Over Broadway as Actor at Dress Rehearsal (uncredited)
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A Man to Remember as Town Councilor (uncredited)
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1934

Search for Beauty as Health Acres Guest (uncredited)