Charles Williams

Charles Williams

Deceased · Born: Sep 27, 1898 · Died: Jan 3, 1958

Personal Details

BornSep 27, 1898 Albany, New York, USA
Spouse
  • Virginia Josephine Evans

    ( May 8, 1928 to May 3, 1944 )
  • Isabel

    ( Dec 11, 2025 to Jan 3, 1958 )

Biography

Charles Williams, a multifaceted individual, entered the world on September 27, 1898, in the vibrant city of Albany, New York, USA. This remarkable individual went on to make a lasting impact in the entertainment industry, not only as an accomplished actor but also as a talented writer.

Throughout his illustrious career, Charles Williams left an indelible mark on the silver screen, starring in iconic films such as It's a Wonderful Life (1946),Midnight Limited (1940),and Hidden Enemy (1940). His remarkable performances captivated audiences, earning him a reputation as a master of his craft.

In his personal life, Charles Williams was blessed with two loving spouses, Virginia Josephine Evans and Isabel. Together, they shared a deep bond, and their love story serves as a testament to the power of true devotion.

Tragically, Charles Williams' life came to a close on January 3, 1958, in the city of angels, Hollywood, Los Angeles, California, USA. Despite the brevity of his time on this earth, Charles Williams left behind a rich legacy, a testament to his remarkable talent, dedication, and unwavering passion for his craft.

Career

1964
The Big Parade of Comedy
The Big Parade of Comedy as Actor in 'The Thin Man' (archive footage) (uncredited)
1955
A Lawless Street
A Lawless Street as Mr. Willis (uncredited)
Main Street to Broadway
Main Street to Broadway as Bartender (uncredited)
Lullaby of Broadway
Lullaby of Broadway as Reporter (uncredited)
1950
The Missourians
The Missourians as Postmaster Walt
1949
The Accused
The Accused as Dorgan's Assistant (uncredited)
The Judge
The Judge as Reporter
Task Force
Task Force as Luggage Salesman (uncredited)
1948
Marshal of Amarillo
Marshal of Amarillo as Hiram Short
Parole, Inc.
Parole, Inc. as Titus Jones
Hazard
Hazard as Little Motorist (uncredited)
1947
Heading for Heaven
Heading for Heaven as Eddie Williams
Saddle Pals
Saddle Pals as Leslie
The Trespasser
The Trespasser as Joe, the stage manager
1946
Lady Chaser
Lady Chaser as Apartment House Manager
Passkey to Danger
Passkey to Danger as Mr. Williams
Queen of Burlesque
Queen of Burlesque as Carr, manager of Regent Hotel
Night and Day
Night and Day as Music Store Customer (uncredited)
Without Reservations
Without Reservations as Louis Burt (uncredited)
The Postman Always Rings Twice
The Postman Always Rings Twice as Doctor (uncredited)
It's a Wonderful Life
It's a Wonderful Life as Cousin Eustace
1945
Hollywood and Vine
Hollywood and Vine as Chick Jones
Identity Unknown
Identity Unknown as Auctioneer
Scared Stiff
Scared Stiff as Reporter (Uncredited)
Hitchhike to Happiness
Hitchhike to Happiness as Park Magician (uncredited)
1944
Call of the Rockies
Call of the Rockies as Burton Witherspoon
Song of the Open Road
Song of the Open Road as Man Saying 'It's a Trick' (uncredited)
Atlantic City
Atlantic City as Chalmers
Career Girl
Career Girl as Louis Horton
1943
Whispering Footsteps
Whispering Footsteps as Second Bank Teller
1942
My Favorite Spy
My Favorite Spy as 3rd Speaker in Park
Blue, White and Perfect
Blue, White and Perfect as Theodore H. Sherman Jr.- Printer
Night in New Orleans
Night in New Orleans as Citizen (uncredited)
One Thrilling Night
One Thrilling Night as Theatre Manager (uncredited)
The Fleet's In
The Fleet's In as Photographer
Time to Kill
Time to Kill as Dentist
The Pride of the Yankees
The Pride of the Yankees as Little Strength Machine Contestant (uncredited)
Mr. District Attorney
Mr. District Attorney as Detective in Café (uncredited)
1940
Marked Men
Marked Men as Charlie Sloane
Grand Ole Opry
Grand Ole Opry as Politician (uncredited)
Girl in 313
Girl in 313 as Henry, Husband
Women Without Names
Women Without Names as Hugh Gilman
Primrose Path
Primrose Path as (uncredited)
Johnny Apollo
Johnny Apollo as Photographer (uncredited)
1939
Undercover Doctor
Undercover Doctor as Pinky Valkus
The Ice Follies of 1939
The Ice Follies of 1939 as Max Morton (uncredited)
The Flying Irishman
The Flying Irishman as Car Repo Man
Those High Grey Walls
Those High Grey Walls as Stranger (uncredited)
Charlie McCarthy, Detective
Charlie McCarthy, Detective as Peters (uncredited)
Days of Jesse James
Days of Jesse James as Northern Hotel Clerk (uncredited)
1938
Born to Be Wild
Born to Be Wild as Company Spotter
Gateway
Gateway as Reporter
Trade Winds
Trade Winds as Reporter Jones (Uncredited)
Mr. Moto's Gamble
Mr. Moto's Gamble as Gabby Marden
1937
Love and Hisses
Love and Hisses as Irving Skolsky
Flying Fists
Flying Fists as Meggs, the Reporter
Stand-In
Stand-In as Mr. Mack
Vogues of 1938
Vogues of 1938 as Customs Man in Fall Show
Sky Racket
Sky Racket as Nightclub Entertainer
Wake Up and Live
Wake Up and Live as Charlie Alberts, Agent
Love Is News
Love Is News as Joe Brady
Amateur Crook
Amateur Crook as Drunk Witness
Charlie Chan on Broadway
Charlie Chan on Broadway as Meeker, Burke's Lawyer
1936
Sinner Take All
Sinner Take All as Minor Role (uncredited)
Rhythm on the Range
Rhythm on the Range as Gopher Mazda
1934
Sadie McKee
Sadie McKee as Pest in Café (uncredited)
Woman in the Dark
Woman in the Dark as Hotel Desk Clerk
The Thin Man
The Thin Man as Fighter Manager (uncredited)
1933
Gambling Ship
Gambling Ship as Baby Face (Charles T. Pearson Jr.)
Made on Broadway
Made on Broadway as Photographer
Central Airport
Central Airport as Hotel Desk Clerk
1932
Blondie of the Follies
Blondie of the Follies as Lottie's Friend Mr. Kinskey (uncredited)
The Devil Is Driving
The Devil Is Driving as Bill Jones (uncredited)
1931
Forgotten Women
Forgotten Women as Stagehand
The Mad Genius
The Mad Genius as Stagehand (uncredited)
1954
1945
Hollywood and Vine
Hollywood and Vine as Story, Screenplay
1940
Midnight Limited
Midnight Limited as Screenplay
1939
Heroes in Blue
Heroes in Blue as Screenplay, Story