T. Roy Barnes

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Characters played by T. Roy Barnes

Billy Meekin — Seven Chances (1925)

Jimmie's business partner, who urges him to propose to other women in order to avoid financial ruin or possible imprisonment. He publicizes the inheritance predicament and later mistakenly claims that Jimmie has missed the deadline.

Pritchett Spence — Young Ideas (1924)

Gallery owner who hopelessly admires Octavia. He devises a quarantine trick with a doctor friend to get her away from her family, chases her back home when Grandma falls ill, and ultimately wins her hand in marriage.

Captain of the Marines — Women of All Nations (1931)

Military superior overseeing Flagg and Quirt, represents the chain of command during their assignments.

Otis Hooper — Sally (1930)

A theatrical agent who initially offers Sally an audition but loses the opportunity when she accidentally drops food. He later discovers her talent at the Elm Tree Inn, becomes her official agent, arranges her impersonation of Madame Noskerova, and secures her a Broadway contract.

Alderman James 'Jim' Cameron — Kansas City Princess (1934)

Jim Cameron is one of two businessmen Rosie and Marie meet in New York. After the girls reach the ship to Paris, they trick him and his companion into throwing their purses out of a window so they can borrow money for fares and new clothes. The plot summary gives no further role for him.

Bob Wyeth — Wide Open (1930)

An obnoxious salesman at the Faulkner Phonograph Company, Bob leads the staff in congratulating Simon after hearing the mistaken news that he has married. He later offers Doris a ride to the train station, and Simon believes Bob has won her affections. When Bob returns from a business trip, Simon punches him.

Reporter — Chicago (1927)

The Reporter recognizes Roxie's arrest as an opportunity for a sensational story and helps bring public attention to her case. The press follows the trial as Roxie's notoriety grows, but after her acquittal, reporters lose interest when Two Gun Rosie becomes the latest sensation.

Jerry Warner — Reckless Romance (1924)

Jerry Warner is in love with Edith Somers, but Judge Somers doubts his ability to become a businessman. After receiving ten thousand dollars from Uncle Bellamy, Jerry invests in oil stock and agrees to pose as a co-respondent for Christopher Skinner, hoping to secure his marriage to Edith. His investment ultimately proves valuable.

Eric Van Norden — Ladies of Leisure (1926)

Eric is a well-known bachelor whom Marian Forrest is determined to marry, though he initially avoids her and does not return her feelings. He finds Mamie at the Brooklyn Bridge and takes her to his home, where their unexpected meeting leads to confusion with Jack. Eric ultimately marries Marian in a legal ceremony at his apartment.

Jack Murray — The Great White Way (1924)

Jack Murray is an ambitious press agent who represents Mabel Vandegrift and Joe Cain. He introduces the dancer and the prize fighter, helping bring them together romantically. His professional connection to both leads makes him the catalyst for the relationship that drives the main plot.

Matt Wilde — The Crowded Hour (1925)

Matt is Peggy's pal and partner in their Follies act. He later joins Peggy as a Y entertainer in France during World War I. After Peggy is blinded and learns that Billy is unavailable to her, she resolves to forget Billy and make amends with Matt, returning her attention to their partnership.

Career Overview

T. Roy Barnes has 41 screen credits in a career dating back to 1920. Their work is anchored in the What Price Glory Collection universe with 1 titles. Signature works include Seven Chances, Screen Snapshots Series 10, No. 5, Reckless Romance. Explore the interactive character relationship maps on each title page to trace how their roles connect across franchises.

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Gender
male
Known Credits
41
Birth Date
1880-08-11
Birth Place
Lincolnshire, England, UK

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