Distinguished Irish character actor, renowned for his aristocratic or avuncular demeanor, began his illustrious career on stage at the tender age of 19.
He developed a penchant for appearing in productions of George Bernard Shaw's plays, initially at London's esteemed Court Theatre and later on the illustrious Broadway stage.
Notably, Hare was one of the earliest interpreters of Dr. John Watson during a 1899 Australian tour of the iconic Sherlock Holmes.
Throughout his extensive career, Hare thrived as an actor-director on the New York stage, collaborating with prominent theatrical companies such as those of Charles Frohman and William A. Brady between 1900 and 1928.
Hare entered the world of cinema in 1916, starring alongside some of the most celebrated stage stars of the time, including Billie Burke, Janet Beecher, and Ethel Barrymore.
As he matured, and with the advent of sound, Hare transitioned to character portrayals of high-ranking military officers, inspectors, lords, and royalty.
The remainder of Hare's lengthy career was marked by freelancing in Hollywood, content with ever-diminishing roles, until his eventual retirement in 1961.
