Wilton Lackaye

Acting

Born September 30, 1862 — Died August 22, 1932

From Loudon County, Virginia, USA

Biography

From Wikipedia Wilton Lackaye (September 30, 1862 – August 22, 1932) was an American stage and film actor, who originated the role of Svengali (from the 1895 novel Trilby) in both stage and film. He created the role of Svengali in the play Trilby in 1895 which he played on screen in 1915 opposite ...