Templar Saxe


Templar Saxe was a British-born stage actor, opera singer and silent film actor. In films, he usually was a character actor as his singing voice could not be used in silent films. He was born in Redhill, Surrey, England and died in Cincinnati, Ohio.

Life and career

Templar Saxe was the son of Lady de Capel Broke and Eaton Edeveain, a prominent London barrister and journalist. He originally planned to join the diplomatic service, but chose performing instead.

Theatre

In 1901, he starred in Alfred E. Aarons' production of The Ladies' Paradise at the Metropolitan [Opera House |Metropolitan Opera House] in New York City. In 1905, he starred in the Broadway production of The Earl and the Girl at the Casino Theatre, and was praised by The New York Times for his singing.

Film

In 1919, he starred in The [Teeth of the Tiger |The Teeth of the Tiger]. In 1927, he starred in When [a Man Loves].

Selected filmography