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Gus Saville

1857 – 1934

American actor

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About Gus Saville

Lived 1857 – 1934 (aged 76–77). Gus Saville was an American silent film actor, film actor and actor.

Gus Saville (born Augustus C. Tate; 1857 March 25, 1934) was an American silent film actor. He mostly appeared in action films and western films.

Early life and career Saville was born in 1857 in Peekskill, New York, the son of U.S. Marshall A.C. Tate. Against his father's wishes, he performed in theatre as a young child and through his adolescence.

Arrest In 1890, Saville was arrested for infidelity in Spokane, Washington, upon complaint of his wife.

Film career It is unknown when Saville entered the film industry, as only his feature films could be researched. During his career, Saville appeared in 17 feature films. He was best known for his roles in Tess of the Storm Country (1922), The Brand (1919), Almost a Husband (1919), and The Girl from Outside (1919).

Personal life Saville was married to Jessie Tate. He died on March 25, 1934, in Hollywood, California, at the age of 77.

Partial filmography Almost a Husband (1919) Two Moons (1920) The Wolverine (1921) Tess of the Storm Country (1922) The Face on the Bar-Room Floor (1923) Idaho (1925) Wild West (1925) The High Hand (1926)

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Important facts

Born
1857
Birth century
Died
1934
Occupation
Silent film actor, film actor, actor
Nationality

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Frequently asked questions

Who was Gus Saville?

American actor (1857-1934)

When was Gus Saville born?

Gus Saville was born in 1857.

When did Gus Saville die?

Gus Saville died in 1934.

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Gus Saville was a silent film actor, film actor and actor.

What nationality was Gus Saville?

Gus Saville was American.

Sources & further reading

· Wikipedia: Gus Saville

· Wikidata: Q65055252

· DBpedia: Gus Saville

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