Larry Carr's life is a cinematic tale of twists and turns, a true Hollywood story that defies convention. It began with his early days as a young actor, landing day player roles in films, his dashing good looks soon securing him credited parts in movies like "Again...Pioneers" and early television shows.
As time went on, Carr's career, like those of many in the cutthroat world of Hollywood, began to decline with age. However, his fortunes took an unexpected turn when he relocated to Brazil in the early 1960s. The country's film industry capitalized on his striking features, casting him as the handsome American leading man in numerous productions. This allowed him to hone his writing skills and earn a living as an actor, his star rising once more.
But fate had other plans, and in the early 1970s, Carr's mother fell ill, prompting him to return to the United States to care for her. During this period, his love for the glamour of Hollywood's golden age inspired him to write "Four Fabulous Faces" and "More Fabulous Faces," books that paid tribute to the industry's most iconic leading ladies.
As Carr navigated this challenging time, he found himself losing his desire to be a star, and instead, turned to his connections to register with the Screen Extras Guild. However, he soon discovered that another individual was using the name "Larry Carr," prompting him to adopt the stage name "Larry Charles" to avoid confusion.
With his new moniker, Carr began appearing regularly in background roles, often playing detectives and suits in shows filmed at Universal. Despite rarely having any dialogue, he found comfort in these quiet, steady roles, which provided him with a reliable income for over two decades.
