Leslie Faber

Leslie Faber born in Newcastle-upon-Tyne in 1879. Highly successful stage actor, perhaps his most notable performances was 'The Hypocrites' in 1906, 'Lady Patricia' at the Empire Theatre in 1912 'Diplomacy' in 1914 and The Patriot' in 1928, also well-known on Broadway stage. Handsome smart gentleman who appeared in few British silent films, making his debut in 'The White Hen' co-starring Mary Glynne and the popular comedy 'Candytuft, I Mean Veronica' in 1921, he will be best remembered in the lead role as Anthony Bond in 'Afraid of Love' in 1925 and as Weston in 'White Cargo' in 1929. Married stage actress Gladys Gray. Died of pneumonia in 1929 age 50.