Vernon Steele
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Vernon Steele (18 September 1882 – 23 July 1955) was a Chilean-born British actor known for his appearances on the Broadway stage and in American films. He often played patrician young men in silent films. Steele was born in Santiago, Chile, the son of Daniel Antonietti, a professor of music, and his English wife, the former Grace Emma Bolton. Vernon Steele was christened Arturo Romeo Antonietti and his family eventually settled in London, England. His sister was actress Hilda Anthony.
Known For | Acting |
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Most Rating | 0.823 |
Birthday | 1882-09-16 |
Place of Birth | Santiago, Chile |
Also Known As | Vernon Steel, R. Vernon Steele, R.V. Steele , Victor Steele , Arturo Romeo Antonietti, |
1923
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Captain Blood
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The Wanters
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Kidnapped
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