Duke Worne

Biography

Howard "Duke" Worne (December 14, 1888 – October 13, 1933) was an American director and actor of the silent era. He directed more than 70 films between 1919 and 1931. He also appeared in 27 films between 1914 and 1928. He was born in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania and died in Los Angeles, California. In 1930, Worne married silent film actress Virginia Brown Faire, to whom he remained married until his death three years later in 1933.

Known For

The Craving

as Dick Wayles

The Scrapper

as Jerry Martin, a parasite

The Trail of Hate

as Capt. Dana Holden

The Tornado

as Lesparre - the lead of Cayote gang

Damon and Pythias

as Luculus (as H.B. Worne)

The Campbells Are Coming

Just Jim

as The Dip

The Chinatown Mystery

The Purple Mask

as Duke Hestor

Gene of the Northland

as Jacques