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Spencer Charters

Spencer Charters

1875 – 1943·Duncannon, Pennsylvania, USA

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Spencer Charters (March 25, 1875 – January 25, 1943) was an American film actor. He appeared in more than 220 films between 1920 and 1943, mostly in small supporting roles. Spencer Charters first stage work soon after leaving school was a walk on part, but it wasn't long before he was being given fair-sized roles. He played on Broadway between 1910 and 1929 and was a busy character actor in films during the 1930s and early 1940s. He often portrayed somewhat befuddeled judges, doctors, clerks, managers, and jailers.

He died by suicide from a mix of sleeping pills and carbon monoxide poisoning.

Filmography

Lonely Wives

Lonely Wives

1931Andrews, the Butler
The Front Page

The Front Page

1931Woodenshoes
Gambling Ship

Gambling Ship

1933Detective
Three Blind Mice

Three Blind Mice

1938Hendricks