William Jefferson (actor)


William Winter Jefferson was an actor in silent films.

Early life

Jefferson was born in London to Sarah and Joseph Jefferson, an actor. He initially studied in Germany to become a medical doctor, but decided to pursue an acting career like his father, instead. He was elected to The Lambs in 1896.

Career

Jefferson starred in the 1913 film Wanted by the Police, for which he earned positive reviews. He was one of the leads in the Keystone comedy ''Bright Lights.''

Personal life

He was married to actress Christie MacDonald, then to actress Vivian Martin in 1913. After retiring from acting, he moved to Honolulu, Hawaii, in 1928. He married his wife Mary in Honolulu in 1936.

Death

Jefferson died in Honolulu, Hawaii, on February 11, 1946.

Filmography