Jay Belasco
1888–1949 (age 61)
Actor
Biography
Jay Belasco built a career on the stage and in early cinema, lending his voice and presence to musicals, comedies, and dramatic pieces that entertained audiences across the country.
As motion pictures matured, he adapted to the changes in the industry, leaving behind a body of work that reflected his versatility and love of storytelling; he passed in 1949 and is buried at Woodlawn Memorial Cemetery.