Jesse Graves

Jesse Graves

Deceased · Born: Mar 11, 1879 · Died: Mar 4, 1949

Personal Details

BornMar 11, 1879 Des Moines, Iowa, USA

Biography

Jesse Graves, a renowned thespian, made his grand entrance into the world on March 11, 1879, in the vibrant city of Des Moines, Iowa, USA. With a career spanning multiple decades, he etched his mark in the annals of cinematic history, leaving behind a legacy that would be cherished for generations to come.

Among his most notable works, Graves' performances in "Safari" (1940),"Son of Ingagi" (1940),and "Louisiana" (1947) showcased his remarkable range and versatility as an actor. His ability to bring characters to life with depth and nuance captivated audiences, solidifying his position as a respected figure in the entertainment industry.

Unfortunately, Jesse Graves' life was cut short when he passed away on March 4, 1949, in Los Angeles, California, USA. Despite the brevity of his life, his impact on the world of cinema remains a testament to his enduring talent and dedication to his craft.

Career

1948
Ruthless
Ruthless as Phillips, Mansfield's Servant (Uncredited)
1947
California
California as Black Servant (uncredited)
The Sea of Grass
The Sea of Grass as Luke (uncredited)
The Egg and I
The Egg and I as Porter (Uncredited)
Secret Beyond the Door...
Secret Beyond the Door... as Train Porter (uncredited)
1946
Without Reservations
Without Reservations as Porter (uncredited)
1945
Dangerous Partners
Dangerous Partners as Railroad Station Porter (uncredited)
Keep Your Powder Dry
Keep Your Powder Dry as Elevator Operator #2 (uncredited)
1944
The Missing Juror
The Missing Juror as Train Porter (Uncredited)
None Shall Escape
None Shall Escape as Member of Tribunal (uncredited)
1943
Mission to Moscow
Mission to Moscow as White House Butler (uncredited)
1942
1941
Sleepers West
Sleepers West as Waiter (uncredited)
Lady from Louisiana
Lady from Louisiana as Louis Napoleon, Mirbeau Servant
Lydia
Lydia as Michael's Servant
The Little Foxes
The Little Foxes as Headwaiter (uncredited)
Love Crazy
Love Crazy as Bristol's Butler (uncredited)
They Died with Their Boots On
They Died with Their Boots On as Black Servant (uncredited)
Citizen Kane
Citizen Kane as Joseph (uncredited)
1940
Son of Ingagi
Son of Ingagi as Chief of Detectives
Safari
Safari as Chief
Abe Lincoln in Illinois
Abe Lincoln in Illinois as Onlooker at Debate (uncredited)
They Drive by Night
They Drive by Night as Charles Culpepper (uncredited)
The Flag of Humanity
The Flag of Humanity as Butler at Clara's Deathbed
1939
On Dress Parade
On Dress Parade as Mess Hall Aaiter (uncredited)
These Glamour Girls
These Glamour Girls as Porter (uncredited)
Stronger Than Desire
Stronger Than Desire as Porter at Train Station (uncredited)
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn
The Adventures of Huckleberry Finn as Wilkes' Black Butler (uncredited)
On Your Toes
On Your Toes as Chauffeur
Allegheny Uprising
Allegheny Uprising as Governor's Servant
In Name Only
In Name Only as Train Waiter (uncredited)
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington
Mr. Smith Goes to Washington as Black Committeeman (uncredited)
1938
Out West with the Hardys
Out West with the Hardys as Ambrose (uncredited)
The Beloved Brat
The Beloved Brat as Butler at Party
Going Places
Going Places as Butler at Party
Mannequin
Mannequin as Penthouse Servant (Uncredited)
Jezebel
Jezebel as Servant (uncredited)
You Can't Take It with You
You Can't Take It with You as Man (uncredited)
1937
Once a Doctor
Once a Doctor as Servant
Easy Living
Easy Living as Graves - J.B. Ball's Porter (uncredited)
Make Way for Tomorrow
Make Way for Tomorrow as Minor Role (uncredited)
1936
Three Godfathers
Three Godfathers as Cook (uncredited)
The Green Pastures
The Green Pastures as General (uncredited)
1934
Imitation of Life
Imitation of Life as Pallbearer (uncredited)
1933
The House on 56th Street
The House on 56th Street as Roulette Player (uncredited)