Montreal-born Huntley Gordon, a man of great versatility and determination, embarked on a journey that would take him from the world of finance to the world of entertainment. After completing his education in both Canada and England, Gordon began his career with the Bank of Montreal, eventually establishing his own stock trading firm. However, his passion for the stage soon took center stage, and he decided to leave the business world behind to pursue a career in acting.
Gordon's transition to the world of theater was a smooth one, as he had already gained experience in amateur productions. He made his way to New York, where he secured small parts in various Broadway productions. His big break came when he ran into a friend who was on his way to the Lambs Club to offer a part in a film being shot by Vitagraph in New York City. Gordon jumped at the opportunity, and soon found himself in front of the cameras.
Director Ralph Ince took Gordon under his wing, and secured him a contract with Vitagraph. Gordon quickly became a reliable leading man and character actor in silent films, and demonstrated an ease in making the transition to sound films that many of his contemporaries struggled with. He continued to work in the film industry until his final film in 1941.
Gordon's life came to a tragic end on February 11, 1956, when he passed away suddenly from a heart attack at his home in Van Nuys, California. Despite his untimely death, Gordon left behind a legacy as a talented and versatile actor who was able to adapt to the changing landscape of the film industry.
